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First, and most important, self publishing places you firmly in control of your book. When someone else is paying you to publish your book then they make many decisions regarding the editing of the manuscript, the cover, the title and the marketing that can impact not only how well your book will sell but also how it will be received by the reading public. For example, my second book ended up with the title Kentucky Kisses simply because my publishers marketing department reported that books with the word kisses in the title sold well. I felt the title was rather frivolous for the content but my wishes were ignored. Write On!:: How To Self Publish Your Own Book You can also pass out a flyer at school or work -- you'll be amazed how many sales you'll get that way. http://writeon.zest.net/416.htmlHOME | Self-Publish or Not: Advice from a Traditional Publisher:: If your travels in traditional publishing lead you only into a dead end, then look again at self-publishing. It can make sense to self-publish a book with a http://www.underdown.org/self-publish.htmHOME |
Self publishing is also faster than traditional publishing. With my novel, Kentucky Kisses, it took me over a year to find a publisher interested in buying and several months before we went to contract. Then after the contract was signed it was another 18 months before my book was released to the public. That is a long time to wait. National Bestselling Author Asha Tyson Offers Free Self-Publishing :: Jan 30, 2008 Participants will learn to quickly and effectively self-publish an attention grabbing book; avoid common industry pitfalls; and pave the way http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/1/prweb661313.htmHOME | How to publish your own book:: For now, allow me to discuss how to self-publish your book, that is, your real By the way, you'll only need one per book, no matter how many copies. http://www.essortment.com/all/howtopublishy_rlll.htmHOME |
Self publishing also allows you to retain all the profits from your endeavor. While you may have to put some money up front (depending on the method you use to self publish your book) you will not have to wait for months or years to see income as a result. Most publishers only pay royalties once or twice a year and then those royalties are only a small percentage of the book price. When you self publish your book then once you have covered any publications costs everything you earn is pure profit.
Finally, it cannot be overlooked that self publishing offers you an opportunity to break into print that might not be otherwise available. The simple fact is that traditional publishing is highly competitive and many worthwhile manuscripts (and authors) cannot find a publishing home although there may well be an eager and receptive audience for that book.
It should be noted that self publishing may not be for everyone. If you are still struggling with your writing and voice, or your manuscript still needs polishing, then you should continue to work on your book and perhaps bring in the assistance of a critique group or professional editor. Self publishing a book that is not yet ready for publication could be a costly mistake. If your manuscript has been polished and well received by several critical readers then you should at least consider self publishing your book.
Not only does self publishing offer you the advantages of complete control, faster publication, and higher profits, it is easier and less expensive than it has ever been before thanks to modern technology. Self publishing could be your big break as a writer.
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