The big question for many authors is whether their writing is a hobby or a business. Either way, you will probably need to declare any writing-related income to the ATO
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How much does it cost to publish a book?
You can publish a book 100% for free, but if you’re not confident of having enough technical skills, here’s a breakdown of probable costs.
Publishing on Amazon Kindle
When you publish your book on Amazon Kindle (as a digital book/eBook) you have two options, KDP Select or regular Amazon Kindle
ISBNs
What is an ISBN and do I need one? Find out where to get an ISBN in Australia and how much they cost.
Small press
If you go with a small press, technically you’re not self-publishing. However there are small publishers in Australia who offer a kind of hybrid service or publishing package that may suit some writers.
eBooks
eBooks are the quickest, easiest and best-selling way to publish your book. Particularly for fiction, the vast majority of your sales will be digital books.
Print-on-demand
Most self-published paperback and hardback books are published as print-on-demand (POD), where a copy is only printed once it has been ordered and paid for.
Serialisation
Serialisation is an increasingly popular way to publish, whether to test books, build an audience, or make money. These are some currently popular sites