If you’re considering self publishing your book, here are a few suggestions and tips. If you take the traditional route of sending your cherished manuscript off to publishers then waiting by the phone for a reply, you may be disheartened; that reply may never come. If you want your book published in short order, self publishing is the way to go. After all, you wrote your book; now it’s time to get it published.
If you go to your local college or seek out writer’s conferences that focus on self publishing, you can learn more about the industry. Online education courses are available to you as well. The pros and cons of self publishing are available to anyone willing to search the Internet.
The process of self publishing can happen very quickly. Here are a few of the reasons authors like this industry. The author retains all rights; the book’s cover design is in your hands; your book will never go out of print and you control the distribution.
Make sure you do your homework and research before you decide to self publish your book. Novice writers will oftentimes pay far too much for these services simply to see their work between the covers of a real book. The number of companies that offer print on demand services is growing so take your time and learn the basics before you sign a contract.
You will want to make sure the company offers (professional) editing. Check to see that there are no hidden fees. Does the company offer package deals that include everything from marketing to online distribution or are you responsible for this? Get everything in writing and study it; ask questions. Find out exactly what you are paying for and what you get – and don’t get. Most importantly, talk to others about their experiences; pick their brains; learn from them. When the finished product is in your hands, you don’t want to have any regrets.