A Deep Dive into the Self-Publishing Process
Season 2, Episode 42, Feb 19, 12:01 AM
With more authors embracing independence, having a practical guide on successfully self-publishing is vital to avoid the overwhelm and frustration that many new writers can feel.
So, if you’ve been struggling with what the process actually is, as well as what you need to do and when, this episode is for you.
Listen to learn more about:
So, if you’ve been struggling with what the process actually is, as well as what you need to do and when, this episode is for you.
Listen to learn more about:
- Evaluating major platform options - weighing benefits of Kindle Unlimited exclusivity vs expanded distribution through aggregators like Draft2Digital.
- Revenue models - including how standard royalty rates work across ebook/print/audio formats and various sales channels.
- Step-by-step publishing process guidelines regarding key milestones - including metadata like covers/blurbs, your book launch and post-release marketing essentials.
As always, I’m here to try and simplify the writing and publishing process for authors - and this episode offers you practical self-publishing foundations, from platform selection to production to marketing, so you’re able to avoid the common pitfalls on the path to publishing independently.
Enjoy!
Further resources
- Previous episodes that are mentioned in this episode:
- Episode 14 - Building Your Book Team
- Episode 34 - The Role of an Editor with Jessica Brown
- Episode 25 - Using Social Media to Sell More Books
- Episode 29 - Email Marketing for Authors
- The Creative Penn Podcast - episode about AI
- My book - ‘Dare to Write: How to Write a Non-Fiction Book to Grow Your Business’ is available now on Amazon or directly via my website.
- Subscribe to my Substack - The Write Stuff - full of advice on writing and publishing a book in your niche.
- Download my FREE PDF - 5 Steps to Plan a Bestselling Book in Your Niche
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Website: https://stephcaswell.com/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephcaswell/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creatinghappywriters
Twitter https://twitter.com/stephcaswell_
Use #creatinghappywriters
If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review on your favourite podcast platform:
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Listen to all previous podcast episodes on my website via the podcast platforms below or by searching for 'Creating Happy Writers' on your favourite podcast provider.
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