The BetaShelf Blog
Practical guides for indie authors — from finding beta readers to publishing and selling your book.
How to Self-Publish a Book on Amazon KDP (Step by Step)
A clear, beginner-friendly walkthrough of self-publishing on Amazon KDP in 2026, from finished manuscript to live listing, plus the steps most first-time authors skip.
How to Format Your Book for Kindle and Print (Without Paying for Vellum)
What professional book formatting actually involves, the difference between EPUB and print PDF, and how to get a clean, upload-ready file without buying expensive software.
Beta Readers vs ARC Readers: What Is the Difference?
Beta readers and ARC readers do two very different jobs. Here is what each one is for, when to use them, and how to run both without the process falling apart.
BetaShelf and Storiad: A Partnership for Authors
A note from both founders on why BetaShelf and Storiad are teaming up to help authors go from first draft to first sale and beyond.
How to Find Beta Readers for Your Book (7 Free Ways)
Where to find honest, reliable beta readers for your novel, plus how to brief them so the feedback is actually useful.