From the Compost Heap header. A pencil style illustration of a compost heap with flowers and plants growing around it. A bee buzzes by and a white rabbit hops by.

Self Pub 101 (Bits & Bobs)

Photograph of two columns of text on a page

Which might you include in your book?

  • Epigraph
  • Dedication
  • Author’s Note
  • Introduction
  • Index
  • Appendix
  • Acknowledgements

Call to action

Consider including a call to action at the end of your book. A clear ask for the reader to connect with you, hire you, or sign up for your newsletter.

You can even mention a free download, resource library, or perks specific to book readers.

If you’re publishing print books you’ll need to take care to make these links evergreen so your book isn’t quickly outdated. If you’re publishing Ebooks you can include links directly to your newsletter opt in. Make it as easy as possible for people to keep in touch.


Cross Pollinate 🐝