Ready for one last look back at 2024 before we turn the page on this year? Tune in as Publish & Prosper hosts Matt & Lauren review some of the biggest trends in publishing from this year, and make a few predictions for the year ahead 🔮 https://lnkd.in/eBVbcqCY
Lulu Press, Inc.
Book and Periodical Publishing
Research Triangle, NC 12,745 followers
Publish. Print. Prosper.
About us
Since 2002, Lulu has powered the knowledge-sharing economy by enabling creators in more than 225 countries and territories to publish over 2 million books. Our newest product, Lulu Direct, enables authors, creators, businesses, and publishers to take advantage of direct-to-consumer sales, combined with the ease and flexibility of print-on-demand. Now available with popular ecommerce and hosting platforms like Shopify and WooCommerce on WordPress, this cutting-edge technology makes fulfillment and supply chain logistics easy for creators, allows them to retain all customer data, and keep 100% of their profits. Lulu is dedicated to making the world a better place, one book at a time, through sustainable practices, innovative print-on-demand products and a commitment to excellent service.
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http://www.lulu.com
External link for Lulu Press, Inc.
- Industry
- Book and Periodical Publishing
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Research Triangle, NC
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2002
- Specialties
- book publishing, publishing services, eBook publishing, global distribution, photo books, technology, self publishing, editing services, cover design, print on demand, printing, print API, calendars, eCommerce, publishing, books, and book marketing
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700 Park Offices Drive
Suite 250
Research Triangle, NC 27709, US
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Updates
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You did it! You made it through the whirlwind of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday... Now what? Keep the momentum going through the rest of the holiday season and into the new year with these 5 tips from the Lulu blog: https://bit.ly/3ZBg3Ie
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How do you map out a journey to success as an indie author? Looking at what other authors and creators did is a start, but you can't rely solely on following their path - you have to forge your own too. In this episode of Publish & Prosper our hosts talk through the process of finding your content niche, your ideal reader persona, and your target audience; all essential stops on your journey to success. Watch the episode now on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts: https://lnkd.in/eCeYU8uB
Finding Your Niche, Your Ideal Reader, and Your Target Audience | Publish & Prosper #51
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We're hosting one last webinar this Wednesday, and you're invited! Join us at 12:00 PM EST on December 11th for a free webinar where we'll: ✨ Take a look back at some of the highlights of 2024! 💡 Share some tips from our authors to make 2025 even better! 🎤 Answer your questions live! Register now to join us later this week. Can't wait to see you there ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e5jmF4wp
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Have you heard the rumor that you won't make any money self-publishing? Or the one about how expensive it is to publish your own book? What about the outdated lie that self-publishing doesn't help establish your credibility and authority as a thought leader? In this episode of Publish & Prosper our hosts debunk these myths and misconceptions about self-publishing. They also discover the meaning of the word debunk. Listen now 🎧 https://lnkd.in/eXVp2wCU
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It's finally December, Black Friday weekend is over... you've finished all your holiday shopping, right? Right? 😅 If you still have a few last minute orders to place this holiday season, don't worry - there's still time! But it's important to stay on top of production and shipping expectations, whether for your own gifts or for your readers. Learn what you need to know in this post from the Lulu blog: https://bit.ly/4fXIjvh
Holiday Preparation: Avoiding Print-on-Demand Production & Shipping Delays
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Small Business Saturday is a great day to support independent authors and small business owners! Whether you're shopping for gifts for loved ones or getting a head start on your 2025 goals, we love these projects from Lulu Authors & Creators: 🎧 Podcasting Made Easy by Rasha Potter, for the aspiring podcaster 🍍 I Can Cook by Ayida Solé, for your favorite foodie 🌎 The Loving Earth by Deane Narayn-Lee & Becky Hodgson, for future environmentalists 🖋️ 2025 Monthly Planner from Cyanluster, for all the planners and doers Shop the Lulu Bookstore and find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list...and some for you too. And don't forget to use promo code HOLIDAY30 this weekend to save 30% on all print orders 📚 https://bit.ly/4fEv7vD
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This weekend is the biggest sales weekend of the year - are you ready? Here are a few last-minute checks you can do to make sure things go smoothly: 💡 Click through all your links to make sure everything is still working - links on your social media, in your emails, and on your website! 💡 Test your promo codes and cart functionality so you know your customers will have a seamless checkout experience. 💡 Schedule your social media posts and email announcements in advance (and maybe check your schedule twice!) so you don't have to stress the day of. We know you got this 💪🏼 Happy Thanksgiving and good luck with your Black Friday sales!
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Is your book description speaking to your target audience? Spoiler alert: your target shoppers around the holiday season are gift-givers, not readers. Make sure your blurb is hitting just right with these tips from the Lulu blog: https://bit.ly/3AIpfCw
How to Write a Compelling Book Description
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Taylor Swift recently announced that next week she'll be publishing her first official book... and she's doing it without the help of one of the big five traditional publishers. In this week's episode of Publish & Prosper hosts Matt & Lauren discuss this bold move and what it might say about the future of the traditional publishing industry. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or right here: https://lnkd.in/eqMi3kbx