The best self-publishing community on the internet
Dirty Discourse is home to hundreds of self-publishing authors from all backgrounds and continents. Our forums contain all the information you need, whether it's to get started as an author or to hone your skills and increase your income.
Our community prides itself on our willingness to support other members and help them grow. We have created guides to help you at every step of the way, from publishing your first story to crafting your first novel, and we celebrate the success of each and every member. And when you're ready to become a best-selling author, we'll do everything we can to get you there.
Collaboration
Find other authors who share your goals and form groups to work together on projects, or even just to socialise.
Expert Critiques
We can help you with everything from designing your own covers to fixing your outlines.
Marketing
Let us help you with everything from identifying your market to selecting the right keywords!
Motivation
Post your goals, hold yourself accountable, and we'll be there every step of the way to cheer you along.
Member-Only Deals
Cover designers, editors, proof-readers and software developers offer exclusive deals to DD members.
Ride The Storm
Every time the marketplace shifts, we shift with it. Let us help you recover whenever Amazon pulls the rug out from under your feet!
NSFW
We cover all genres, erotica included, and won't censor your language.
Meet-Ups
Exclusive access to international meet-ups and local mini-conferences.
Mental Health Support
We have a private subforum dedicated to members who would like to offer or receive support with mental health issues.