Whether you're looking to go the traditional route through publishing houses, or considering self-publishing, we'll tell you exactly what you need to publish your book. From proofreading to preparing a manuscript, we'll guide you through the entire proce
The career-minded self-publisher should note that novels sell much better than short stories. (But here’s some specific advice for short story writers.) And it’s far easier to build a full-time income if you write a series versus only publishing standalones. At least, that’s true for...
Check out the recommendations in my guide, How to Create Your Manuscript. Create a launch plan Your launch plan helps to build excitement and sell as many books as possible once it’s released. Your publisher will help with this, but they won’t do everything. Prepare Advance Reader ...
Wait for a response to your query. If the publisher invites you to do so, write a book proposal. Find sample book proposals online or use the Writer's Market for examples. Include in your proposal why you believe your book will sell, a market analysis of the current book market in rela...
Not only are the barriers to entry lower, but the margins are higher. When you work with a traditional publisher, they have to take their cut. By self-publishing your own book, you can earn more for each book that you sell. More Control When you self-publish, you own your work and ...
How to get started: You need some authority and traffic to sell webinars, memberships, and online courses. An e-book is probably the best starting point for newer bloggers, as you can offer it for a relatively low price. How much you can make:It can range widely, from a few hundred ...
This post is a simple outline of how a first-time author can take their book from their head and put it into the world where people can read it. Also, if you plan to take your book to a traditional publisher, you shouldnotpublish it on your own first. Pitching a book requires a di...
When sending out work to an editor or publisher, you will most often need a specific set of documents they will request. Query letter, check! First fifty pages, check! Synopsis, wait what? I don’t know why, but many of us balk at the thought of creating this tidy little summary of...
of publishing. You can choose to work with a traditional publisher, or you can publish the book on your own. As a self published author, it’s important to consider the financial aspects, such as income potential, royalty structures, and the shift from traditional publishing to self-...
“The ability for [creators] to sell products is just so natural, because their abundance of content allows them to have those moments of plugging their products,” says Chris Vaccarino, founder of Fanjoy, a business helping creators easily produce and sell merchandise to fans. This method mean...