Overview
Thinking about self-publishing your book?Ā This no-nonsense guide walks you through the entire process of going it aloneĀ Ā
If you haveĀ a great idea for a bookĀ orĀ informative content to share with an audience or have written a book and want to bypass traditional publishing, youāre in the right place.Ā AspiringĀ andĀ experienced writersĀ alikeĀ will benefit fromĀ this user-friendly and detailed guide with coverage on the self-publishing processĀ from preparing your manuscript and creating the perfect title to selling the final product.Ā Ā
Self-PublishingĀ ForĀ DummiesĀ lays outĀ the pros and cons of self-publishing,Ā helps you avoid the mostĀ common mistakes made by authors and self-publishers, and makes you aware of legal issues associated with book publishing.Ā Youāll learn the basics of researching to include the right details,Ā whatĀ the parts of a bookĀ areĀ (from the copyright page to the index and bibliography), and when to editĀ your own work and when to hire a professional editor.Ā
When it comes to the business aspects of self-publishing your bookĀ and buildingĀ your ownĀ publishing company, youāre in charge of each exciting step from naming your business, to writing the business plan, managing the finances and expenses, and who to call on for expert advice. Itās up to you to decide on a title for yourĀ book, asĀ well as theĀ layout andĀ design.Ā Once your book is complete,Ā youāll have it printedĀ āĀ through traditional, non-traditional, or on-demand means.Ā Ā
YouāllĀ discoverĀ how toĀ
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Apply for and obtain an ISBNĀ
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CopyrightĀ yourĀ workĀ to protect itĀ
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NegotiateĀ with and manageĀ vendors, including printers, designers, and copyeditorsĀ
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Secure a warehouse to store your bookĀ Ā
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Work with distributors to getĀ your bookĀ to your audienceĀ
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Set prices and monitor inventoryĀ
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Write a press release and other marketing materials to promote your bookĀ
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Collaborate with the media and publicists toĀ buildĀ awareness for your bookĀ Ā
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BuildĀ an online presence with a website, newsletters, blog, or podcastĀ
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CreateĀ and sellĀ additional products related to your bookĀ
Additionally, you can read about ten common self-publishing mistakes ā and how to avoid them ā and theĀ bestĀ resourcesĀ for self-publishers.Ā Get your copy ofĀ Self-PublishingĀ ForĀ DummiesĀ today.Ā
This book title, Self-Publishing For Dummies, ISBN: 9780471799528, by Jason R. Rich, published by Wiley (September 5, 2006) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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