The singular power of self-publishing is it allows you to control your authorship destiny.
With a good story and two tools (a computer software program and the Internet), writers now have direct access to every World Wide Web connected reader on the planet. Aspiring authors are no longer at the mercy of industry insiders, or held hostage by publishing industry behemoths as the only way to reach readers in the marketplace.
In my opinion, every writer interested in self-publishing today should consider these questions:
In my experience, there are “7 Essentials” of Successful Self-Publishing - you must:
I have found these are key for writing and publishing success:
What are the advantages of traditional publishing?
You have editorial, marketing and distribution support, with the possibility of an advance against any future sales of your book.
What are the disadvantages of traditional publishing?
You relinquish your control of the process, and still do all, or most of the leg work.
What are the advantages of self-publishing?
You are responsible for all steps and costs of your publishing process.
What are the disadvantages of self-publishing?
You are responsible for all steps and costs of your publishing process.
Part of your marketing effort is to find and cultivate contacts with people and businesses to assist you in accomplishing your authorship goals. These resources can help you get started with important aspects of your publishing journey.Here are five websites you may want to consider:
Number 1: http://blog.smashwords.com/2012/12/mark-cokers-2013-book-publishing.html
This will connect you to Mark Coker, founder of Smashwords one of the world’s largest independent distributor of eBooks. If you are going to self-publish today, eBooks should be part of your publishing and distribution plan.
Number 2: www.weebly.com
Weebly is a user friendly, free web-hosting service featuring a proprietary website builder which enables you to design and build your own professional website. (If you are going to self-publish you must have a professional looking, fully functional website and shopping cart.)
The best thing about Weebly is, (other than being free) it is a web-based program you can update or change whenever or as often as you desire.
Number 3: www.gotprint.net
Got Print is a paper goods printer and manufacturer (like Vista Print, so you get the idea). Book marks, brochures, mailers, business cards, etc. Good quality, great prices, fast turnaround, broad selections, reasonable quantities. If you are going to self-publish, you must market yourself and your books. One aspect of your marketing effort will be printed promotional products.
Number 4: www.radioguestlist.com
Radio Guest List is a resource for Talk Radio programs. You can register (pay a fee and monthly charge) to be listed and promoted as an expert guest. Or you can access (for free) booking contacts for Talk Radio programs nationwide who are looking to interview authors on air.
Number 5: www.BEAUTeBOOK.com
BEAUTeBOOK is a graphic design group who design and produce eBook covers.
For more information, please check out the free preview of Pathways To Publishing.
With a good story and two tools (a computer software program and the Internet), writers now have direct access to every World Wide Web connected reader on the planet. Aspiring authors are no longer at the mercy of industry insiders, or held hostage by publishing industry behemoths as the only way to reach readers in the marketplace.
In my opinion, every writer interested in self-publishing today should consider these questions:
- Is my writing a hobby or a possible living?
- What is the ratio, or relationship of my costs to my ROI (return on investment)?
- Do I have a budget?
- Can I handle rejection?
- Am I willing to promote my book?
- Do I have reader contacts and outlets?
- Have I considered self-publishing my work as an eBook first, and perhaps exclusively?
In my experience, there are “7 Essentials” of Successful Self-Publishing - you must:
- Be a self-starter.
- Tell a well-written story (A story your readers identify and connect with)
- Be able to handle rejection (You are writing objectively, for a subjective audience)
- Wear (at least) two hats - Author and marketer
- Have a vision, and goal for your writing (Why are you writing? Where is your writing going? How will it get there?)
- Identify your readers (Who/Where is your target audience?)
- Have a functioning and manageable website with a shopping cart
I have found these are key for writing and publishing success:
- Find your voice
- Find your audience
- Get as much exposure as you can find or afford
- Have a working website with a shopping cart
- Strive to be more than a one-hit-wonder (try to have a follow up book)
What are the advantages of traditional publishing?
You have editorial, marketing and distribution support, with the possibility of an advance against any future sales of your book.
What are the disadvantages of traditional publishing?
You relinquish your control of the process, and still do all, or most of the leg work.
What are the advantages of self-publishing?
You are responsible for all steps and costs of your publishing process.
What are the disadvantages of self-publishing?
You are responsible for all steps and costs of your publishing process.
Part of your marketing effort is to find and cultivate contacts with people and businesses to assist you in accomplishing your authorship goals. These resources can help you get started with important aspects of your publishing journey.Here are five websites you may want to consider:
Number 1: http://blog.smashwords.com/2012/12/mark-cokers-2013-book-publishing.html
This will connect you to Mark Coker, founder of Smashwords one of the world’s largest independent distributor of eBooks. If you are going to self-publish today, eBooks should be part of your publishing and distribution plan.
Number 2: www.weebly.com
Weebly is a user friendly, free web-hosting service featuring a proprietary website builder which enables you to design and build your own professional website. (If you are going to self-publish you must have a professional looking, fully functional website and shopping cart.)
The best thing about Weebly is, (other than being free) it is a web-based program you can update or change whenever or as often as you desire.
Number 3: www.gotprint.net
Got Print is a paper goods printer and manufacturer (like Vista Print, so you get the idea). Book marks, brochures, mailers, business cards, etc. Good quality, great prices, fast turnaround, broad selections, reasonable quantities. If you are going to self-publish, you must market yourself and your books. One aspect of your marketing effort will be printed promotional products.
Number 4: www.radioguestlist.com
Radio Guest List is a resource for Talk Radio programs. You can register (pay a fee and monthly charge) to be listed and promoted as an expert guest. Or you can access (for free) booking contacts for Talk Radio programs nationwide who are looking to interview authors on air.
Number 5: www.BEAUTeBOOK.com
BEAUTeBOOK is a graphic design group who design and produce eBook covers.
For more information, please check out the free preview of Pathways To Publishing.