Books & Industry Publications
Deduct books, magazines, and subscriptions related to your content business.
Tax Form
Schedule C, Line 27a (Other expenses)
How It Works
Books, magazines, newsletters, and other publications that help you improve your content creation skills or stay current in your industry are fully deductible business expenses. This includes physical books, e-books, audiobooks, and digital subscriptions related to your niche, business skills, or content creation techniques.
IRS Rules & Requirements
- Publications must relate to your content business
- Can be physical or digital format
- Must be primarily for business, not personal enjoyment
- Industry newsletters and paid substacks count
Real Examples
'$100M Offers' business book at $20 = fully deductible
Creator Economy newsletter subscription at $100/year = fully deductible
YouTube algorithm strategy ebook at $50 = fully deductible
Photography magazine subscription at $30/year = fully deductible
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Deducting fiction or purely entertainment books
- Not keeping a log of how books relate to business
- Forgetting digital subscriptions like Substack or Medium
Pro Tip
Create a folder for book receipts and make a brief note on each about how it relates to your business. 'Bought for video production skills' or 'Research for finance content' is sufficient.
Related Deductions
Online Courses & Education
Courses, workshops, and training that improve your content creation skills.
Conference & Event Attendance
VidCon, TwitchCon, and other industry conference tickets and expenses.
Advertising & Promotion
Social media ads, sponsored posts, promotional materials, and marketing costs.
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