Bits & Blots
Welcome to Bits & Blots.
Although there might be a bit about my writing and what inspires it, this blog is primarily going to focus on the technology behind self-publishing. When I'm not writing weird fiction, I work as a software engineer, and I hope that I can help steer people in the right direction when it comes to things that are important, but far too boring for them to care about.
AI Will Read Your Book
Keeping your work away from AI is no longer realistic. This post explores how AI talks about literature, and how to present your work in the best light possible.
Social DRM | A DIY guide
Social DRM is an interesting new approach to protecting your work online. This post discusses what it is, and how to implement it in your eBook.
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eBooks | What Are They? How Do I Make One?
An exploration of what an eBook actually is under the bonnet, the different ways to protect your work with DRM, and how you can build an EPUB yourself.
Typesetting | What Is It? Can I Do It Myself?
I decided to typeset my own book. How does typesetting work, what are the options, and do I need a professional?
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My Website | Was It A Good Idea?
A summary of the technology that powers this website, why I built it, and my thoughts on whether it is worth the effort.
Welcome
An introduction to Bits & Blots, a new blog focusing on a DIY approach to self-publishing, explained in a non-technical way.