Print is definitely not dead, and in fact, beautiful print books are having a renaissance. In today's show, I discuss the art and business of bookbinding with Lisa Van Pelt.
In the introduction, Amazon announces Amazon Charts, described as a Bestseller List for What People are Really Reading and Buying, as opposed to the opinion based or merchandiser-based charts. I predict this will be the chart that people chase after next, and there are already a couple of indies on the list as part of Kindle Unlimited.
The Guardian reports on indie authors getting Hollywood deals, including Hugh Howey, Andy Weir, EL James and now friend-of-the-show Mark Dawson. You also can watch/listen to an exclusive interview with Mark and I talking about our self-publishing tips if you're just starting out or if you want to revisit the basics. If you're a little more advanced and you're trying out Amazon Ads, I recommend the Sell More Books show episode 163 where Brian Meeks and Bryan Cohen discuss some interesting tactics.
This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life, which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo eco-system. You can also subscribe to the Kobo Writing Life podcast for interviews with successful indie authors.
Lisa Van Pelt is a bookbinder, specializing in designing and producing limited-edition fine press books, cases, boxes, and paste papers, and you can see examples of her work at www.lvpbookbinding.com.
You can listen above or on iTunes or Stitcher or watch the video here, read the notes and links below. Here are the highlights and full transcript below.
Show Notes

* How Lisa got started in such an unusual career

* What bookbinding is and how you can do it too (without the expensive – and large! – equipment)

* How Lisa sees print books continuing to fit into the marketplace

* The collaborative process involved in bookbinding

* How Lisa markets her business

You can find Lisa at lvpbookbinding.com and on Twitter @lisa_van_pelt

Transcript of Interview with Lisa Van Pelt
Joanna: Hi, everyone. I'm Joanna Penn from TheCreativePenn.com, and today, I'm here with Lisa Van Pelt. Hi, Lisa.
Lisa: Hi, Joanna.
Joanna: It's great to have you on the show. Just a little introduction.
Lisa is a bookbinder,