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Updates, insights, and stories about storytelling from the StorySparx team.

How Self-Publishing Burned Me Out in 2025

Self-publishing promises creative freedom, but for many storytellers it becomes another job. This article explores burnout, the pressure to build an author-business, and why a simpler, more human path to storytelling is needed.

By Kevin Corti·21 April 2026

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Self-Publishing in 2026 Has a Problem

Self-publishing gives writers more access than ever, but it often assumes everyone wants to build a business. This article explores why many people simply want to tell stories, and why new storytelling platforms may matter more than ever.

By Kevin Corti·6 April 2026

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