Missed Our Masterclass? Watch What Rights Buyers See on DropCap Marketplace
Ever wonder what rights buyers actually see on DropCap Marketplace?
In this behind-the-scenes masterclass, DropCap CEO Lindsay Jones walks authors through the buyer experience. What gets noticed, what gets skipped, and how to make your listing stand out to publishers. From curated dashboards to weekly pitch emails, learn exactly how your book is discovered and evaluated by 2,700+ rights buyers worldwide.
Branding Tips for Indie Authors Expanding Internationally
Learn how to build a strong, globally appealing author brand that keeps attracting international rights buyers. Whether you're new to foreign rights or looking to grow your reach, this guide breaks down the steps to stay discoverable, credible, and ready for what's next.
What Does That Mean? A Glossary for Indie Authors Navigating Publishing & Foreign Rights
Confused by publishing and rights terms? This glossary breaks down the key language indie authors need to know when licensing their book internationally through DropCap Marketplace.
What Rights Buyers See on DropCap Marketplace
What do international publishers actually see when they browse DropCap Marketplace? Go behind the scenes to learn how your book is surfaced, promoted, and discovered by rights buyers around the world.
Why International Book Fairs Matter for Indie Authors
DropCap authors can get their books in front of international publishers even without attending a book fair. Learn how physical book displays at Frankfurt, Bologna, and other major fairs help indie titles stand out in global rights conversations.
Experiential Billionaire: The Book Inspiring Global Audiences to Live Rich in Experiences
How a self-published book about living richly in experiences is now reaching readers across Asia
Experiential Billionaire is gaining international traction, with foreign rights already licensed in Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, and Korean. Learn how authors Bridget Hilton and Joe Huff partnered with DropCap to bring their story to global audiences.
Why Foreign Publishers Are Looking for Indie Authors
Foreign publishers are paying attention to indie authors and your book might be next.
This blog explores why self-published books are gaining global traction, what international publishers are really looking for, and how authors can position themselves for foreign rights success.
Common Myths About Selling Foreign Rights (And the Truth!)
Many indie authors assume foreign rights are out of reach, but that’s no longer true. This post breaks down the biggest myths and shows how self-published authors are finding global success through foreign rights sales.
Top Book Awards Authors and Publishers Should Know About
Discover the top book awards that can boost visibility, credibility, and sales. A must-read for indie authors and publishers ready to stand out.
DropCap Inc. Receives $1.2MM in Financing from Leading Wisconsin VC Funds
DropCap today announced a Series Seed 2 investment totaling $1.2MM. The round was led by Winnow Fund, based in Madison, WI. The Wisconsin-based Gateway Capital Partners, Idea Fund of La Crosse, Wisconsin Investment Partners, and Lancaster Investments participated in the round as well.