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Writing a book is hard. Publishing it is even harder. Succeeding as an author? That’s practically wizardry. Good thing you don’t have to figure it all out alone. Pros Talking Prose is your backstage pass to the writing and publishing world, hosted by seasoned pros Stacey Smekofske and Troy Lambert. We’ll help you skip the mistakes, laugh through the chaos, and build the writing career you actually want without the smoke and mirrors. New episodes every week. Therapy not included — but highly encouraged.
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📚 FREE vs. PAID ISBNs: To buy or not to buy. That is the question 🤺
Pros Talking Prose Podcast
🔥 Self-publishing authors, LISTEN UP! Are free ISBNs a sneaky trap? Or are purchased ISBNs just a money grab from the publishing overlords? Troy Lambert (The Plot Dude) and Stacey Smekofske (Edits by Stacey) go head-to-head in this spicy debate over one of indie publishing’s most controversial questions. 🤯
💥 Spoiler Alert: The right answer depends on YOUR author goals! Whether you're an indie rebel or a control freak about your publishing empire, we break down the pros, cons, and hidden costs of ISBN decisions.
👉 In this episode, we answer:
✔️ Do you REALLY need to buy your own ISBN, or is the free one good enough?
✔️ Will using a free ISBN secretly sabotage your book’s success? 😱
✔️ What’s the REAL difference between a Bowker ISBN and a KDP-assigned one?
✔️ How much control do you actually lose with a free ISBN? (Hint: More than you think.)
✔️ Does an ISBN affect distribution, royalties, bookstores, and libraries?
😂 We also curse Amazon’s nepotistic ways, and puzzle on Troy’s choice of footwear (JK).
🔔 Don’t make a rookie mistake! Watch now and drop your ISBN hot takes in the comments! Are you #TeamFreeISBN or #TeamOwnYourISBN? ⬇️
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