Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Fiverr is a goldmine for self-publishing authors, but only if you know how to filter through the noise. In this tutorial, I’m showing you my step-by-step guide to searching, vetting, and hiring a professional self-publishing team—from book cover designers and formatters to developmental editors.
Whether you’re a first-time author or a seasoned writer, building a team is the fastest way to stop being just a "writer" and start being an "author." I’ll walk you through the exact steps to assess a gig, verify samples, and avoid common hiring mistakes so you can focus on what you do best: writing.
**Work With Me on Fiverr (Fiverr Pro & Top Rated):**
🔗 **Developmental Editing:** fiverr.com/s/Gz7NPX7?utm_source=CopyLink_Mobile
🔗 **Book Marketing Coaching:** fiverr.com/s/0bpZDNk?utm_source=CopyLink_Mobile
🔗 **Self-Publishing Coaching:** fiverr.com/s/akrVe98?utm_source=CopyLink_Mobile
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**Video Chapters:**
0:00 Intro
0:10 Editing (Smart Searching)
1:57 Formatting (Comparing Packages)
2:38 Book Cover Design (Using Filters)
3:23 Coaching (Using Contact Me)
3:45 Final Advice
**📚 RESOURCES FOR WRITERS**
Fiverr 10% Discount off first order: fiverr.com/pe/zWZprxR
My Professional Fiverr Profile: fiverr.com/thazmebab
- **WATCH NEXT:** How to Use Reedsy to Write and Format Your Book for Free!
youtu.be/LVotCtshAcs
- Related Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB32EQSANtzdSJNjUnatqCB8-mVrpItPS
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☎️ WORK WITH ME: Apply for a free strategy session 👉🏾 howtowriteabookthatsells.com/writing-coach
Stefanie Newell is the go-to writing coach for the first-time writer looking for direction on writing, publishing, and marketing a non-fiction book. Her experience has paved the way for her to coach Hollywood film and television producer Madison Jones, Womeneur founder Sharon Beason, Grammy award-winning music producer S1, and hip hop artist, philanthropist, and politician Rhymefest!
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*🎁 RESOURCES FOR YOUR BOOK 🎁*
📄 FREE AUTHOR CHECKLIST 📄
Learn the step-by-step strategy for writing your first book! write-one-publications-inc.kit.com/ba784a7f1a
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*🔥 COACHING & SERVICES 🔥*
☎️ WORK WITH ME: Apply for a free strategy session 👉🏾 howtowriteabookthatsells.com/writing-coach
📑 DEVELOPMENTAL EDITING 👉🏾 howtowriteabookthatsells.com/developmental-editing
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*📚 BOOKS & TEMPLATES 📚*
HOW TO WRITE YOUR FIRST BOOK: howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/how-to-write-your-first-book?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=htwyfb_paperback&utm_content=all_videos
Also available on Amazon: amazon.com/How-Write-Your-First-Book/dp/1540593487?maas=maas_adg_538EB8E863E6B7E6A0C1B4E2E5C366FA_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas
WRITE THE DAMN BOOK: howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/write-the-damn-book?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=wtdb_paperback&utm_content=all_videos
THE AUTHOR’S JOURNAL: howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/the-authors-journal?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=authors_journal&utm_content=all_videos
MANUSCRIPT FORMAT AND OUTLINE TEMPLATES (GOOGLE DOCS AND WORD): howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/outline-format-templates?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=manuscript_template&utm_content=all_videos
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*CONNECT WITH ME*
WEBSITE: HowToWriteABookThatSells.com
INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thelifeofawriter
PERSONAL WEBSITE: stefanienewell.com
AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE: amazon.com/author/stefanienewell
MY FAVORITES (Amazon Shop): amazon.com/shop/thelifeofawriter
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FOR BUSINESS & BOOKING INQUIRIES (INCLUDING SPONSORSHIPS)
howtowriteabookthatsells.com/contact
SUBSCRIBE NEW VIDEOS EVERY WEDNESDAY @ 10AM EST!
#thelifeofawriter #fiverr #selfpublishing #bookediting #bookcovers #authorcoaching #writingtips
Fiverr is a goldmine for self-publishing authors, but only if you know how to filter through the noise. In this tutorial, I’m showing you my step-by-step guide to searching, vetting, and hiring a professional self-publishing team—from book cover designers and formatters to developmental editors.
Whether you’re a first-time author or a seasoned writer, building a team is the fastest way to stop being just a "writer" and start being an "author." I’ll walk you through the exact steps to assess a gig, verify samples, and avoid common hiring mistakes so you can focus on what you do best: writing.
**Work With Me on Fiverr (Fiverr Pro & Top Rated):**
🔗 **Developmental Editing:** fiverr.com/s/Gz7NPX7?utm_source=CopyLink_Mobile
🔗 **Book Marketing Coaching:** fiverr.com/s/0bpZDNk?utm_source=CopyLink_Mobile
🔗 **Self-Publishing Coaching:** fiverr.com/s/akrVe98?utm_source=CopyLink_Mobile
---
**Video Chapters:**
0:00 Intro
0:10 Editing (Smart Searching)
1:57 Formatting (Comparing Packages)
2:38 Book Cover Design (Using Filters)
3:23 Coaching (Using Contact Me)
3:45 Final Advice
**📚 RESOURCES FOR WRITERS**
Fiverr 10% Discount off first order: fiverr.com/pe/zWZprxR
My Professional Fiverr Profile: fiverr.com/thazmebab
- **WATCH NEXT:** How to Use Reedsy to Write and Format Your Book for Free!
youtu.be/LVotCtshAcs
- Related Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB32EQSANtzdSJNjUnatqCB8-mVrpItPS
------------------------------
☎️ WORK WITH ME: Apply for a free strategy session 👉🏾 howtowriteabookthatsells.com/writing-coach
Stefanie Newell is the go-to writing coach for the first-time writer looking for direction on writing, publishing, and marketing a non-fiction book. Her experience has paved the way for her to coach Hollywood film and television producer Madison Jones, Womeneur founder Sharon Beason, Grammy award-winning music producer S1, and hip hop artist, philanthropist, and politician Rhymefest!
------------------------------
*🎁 RESOURCES FOR YOUR BOOK 🎁*
📄 FREE AUTHOR CHECKLIST 📄
Learn the step-by-step strategy for writing your first book! write-one-publications-inc.kit.com/ba784a7f1a
------------------------------
*🔥 COACHING & SERVICES 🔥*
☎️ WORK WITH ME: Apply for a free strategy session 👉🏾 howtowriteabookthatsells.com/writing-coach
📑 DEVELOPMENTAL EDITING 👉🏾 howtowriteabookthatsells.com/developmental-editing
------------------------------
*📚 BOOKS & TEMPLATES 📚*
HOW TO WRITE YOUR FIRST BOOK: howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/how-to-write-your-first-book?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=htwyfb_paperback&utm_content=all_videos
Also available on Amazon: amazon.com/How-Write-Your-First-Book/dp/1540593487?maas=maas_adg_538EB8E863E6B7E6A0C1B4E2E5C366FA_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas
WRITE THE DAMN BOOK: howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/write-the-damn-book?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=wtdb_paperback&utm_content=all_videos
THE AUTHOR’S JOURNAL: howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/the-authors-journal?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=authors_journal&utm_content=all_videos
MANUSCRIPT FORMAT AND OUTLINE TEMPLATES (GOOGLE DOCS AND WORD): howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/outline-format-templates?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=manuscript_template&utm_content=all_videos
------------------------------
*CONNECT WITH ME*
WEBSITE: HowToWriteABookThatSells.com
INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thelifeofawriter
PERSONAL WEBSITE: stefanienewell.com
AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE: amazon.com/author/stefanienewell
MY FAVORITES (Amazon Shop): amazon.com/shop/thelifeofawriter
------------------------------
FOR BUSINESS & BOOKING INQUIRIES (INCLUDING SPONSORSHIPS)
howtowriteabookthatsells.com/contact
SUBSCRIBE NEW VIDEOS EVERY WEDNESDAY @ 10AM EST!
#thelifeofawriter #fiverr #selfpublishing #bookediting #bookcovers #authorcoaching #writingtips
