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Insights on Publishing,
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Expert guides for founders, authors, professors, government officers, and coaches. No fluff — actionable insights you can use today.
Also following along with 100 Days of Marketing Engineering — tools and guides from the series, published as they go live.
For Founders
Meta Business Verification Rejected in India? Fixes That Work
The real rejection reasons (name/address mismatches, wrong document type), which documents actually pass for Indian businesses (GST, Udyam, CIN), and how to resubmit correctly.
For Authors
Book Cover Design Cost in India (2026) — Complete Price Guide
Freelancer, agency, or DIY? Full price breakdown from Rs. 1,500 to Rs. 25,000 with an 8-point quality checklist and the most common mistakes Indian authors make with cover design.
For Authors
How to Register Copyright for a Book in India — Complete 2026 Guide
Copyright is automatic in India but registering it at copyright.gov.in gives you legal proof of ownership. Form XIV, Rs. 400 fee, 30-day diary period — everything explained step by step.
For Authors
How to Publish a Book in India: Step-by-Step Guide for First-Time Authors
Everything you need to know about publishing your first book in India — from manuscript to Amazon. Covers self-publishing, traditional publishing, ISBN, editing, and distribution.
For Authors
How Much Does It Cost to Publish a Book in India in 2026?
A complete cost breakdown for publishing a book in India — editing, cover design, ISBN, printing, and distribution. Know exactly what to budget before you begin.
For Authors
Self-Publishing vs Traditional Publishing in India: What Authors Need to Know in 2026
Control vs credibility. Royalties vs advance. Speed vs prestige. A detailed comparison of both publishing routes to help you choose the right path for your book.
For Authors
How to Get ISBN Registration for Your Book in India: Complete Guide
What is an ISBN, why every book needs one, and exactly how to apply for ISBN registration in India through the Raja Rammohun Roy National Agency — step by step.
For Authors
Ghostwriting Services in India: Complete Guide for Authors, Founders & Leaders
What is ghostwriting, how it works, what it costs in India, and how to find the right ghostwriter for your book — with full confidentiality and authorship rights.
For Coaches
How to Build a Custom LMS for Your Coaching Institute in India
A complete guide to building a Learning Management System for coaching institutes — features, costs, timelines, and how to choose between custom and off-the-shelf platforms.
For Govt. Officers
How IAS Officers Are Publishing Governance Memoirs in India
Why civil servants are increasingly publishing books, how the process works, what topics resonate most with readers, and how to preserve your governance legacy in print.
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