The Indie Author Guide

The Indie Author Guide
Author: April Hamilton
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2010-11-09
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1599632675

This Is Your Roadmap to Success! The Indie Author Guide takes you through every stage of the self-publishing process. With e-books, print on demand and the power of Web 2.0, you have the ability to publish your own high quality books and go indie—just as filmmakers and musicians have done. Get detailed instructions, complemented by screenshots, so you can get the most of cutting edge publishing options. April L. Hamilton, founder of Publetariat, an online news hub and community for indie authors, gives you insight to the latest technology and step-by-step advice for making the most of your self-publishing options. Inside you'll find everything you need to know to: • organize your files • create your brand • explore your self-publishing options • format your book for POD • edit and revise you work • design your own book cover • publish through a POD print service provider • publish in e-book formats • build an author platform • promote your work • transition from indie to mainstream publishing Plus, you'll get worksheets to help you plan and organize your book, your business, and your writing life, as well as an HTML primer so you can build your own website—even if you're not tech savvy. The Indie Author Guide gives you the skills and confidence you need to take full advantage of today's unique publishing opportunities and grow your readership yourself.

The Self-Publisher's Ultimate Resource Guide

The Self-Publisher's Ultimate Resource Guide
Author: Joel Friedlander
Publisher:
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2014-12-18
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9780936385365

"The first and largest collection of curated and verified resources for independent authors who plan to publish their own books. Produced by a team with long experience in both traditional and independent publishing, the over 850 resources are listed in an easy-to-use format that includes live links, phone numbers, email addresses and brief descriptive copy."--

The Self-Publisher's Ultimate Resource Guide

The Self-Publisher's Ultimate Resource Guide
Author: Betty Kelly Sargent
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2016
Genre:
ISBN: 9780936385396

"An essential reference to the best publishing resources for every self-published author. Highly recommended."--Mark Coker, Smashwords founder"This short-cut to the top pros--editors, designers, marketers, bloggers, distributors--is just exactly what we've all been waiting for. This book is a must-have for any author or publisher." --Penny Sansevieri, Author Marketing ExpertsHere, for the first time, dozens of leaders in the self-publishing industry--editors, designers, book shepherds, printers, teachers, publicists, marketers, workshop leaders, illustrators, reviewers--have come together to share their knowledge of the dynamic, ever-changing indie book publishing business. Whether you are a first-time author or a seasoned pro the articles and curated lists in this guide will save you hours of hit-and-miss research. Want to learn all about e-book conversion--check out Carla King's article on page 153. Have questions about distribution--see what Robin Cutler of Ingram Spark has to say on page 165. Do you want to hire an author assistant? Take Kate Tilton's advice on page 249. And talk about keeping current--The Self-Publisher's Ultimate Resource Guide is updated every few months all year long. No other book on self-publishing combines the wisdom and down-to-earth advice of over two dozen indie publishing professionals with over 850 links to resource providers. It may well be the "best book for self-publishers" anywhere. Joel Friedlander is a self-published author, an award winning book designer, and a blogger on a mission to educate writers in how to print, market and sell their books with confidence. Betty Kelly Sargent is the former editor-in-chief of William Morrow, author of seven traditionally published books plus two more that are self-published. She has over 30 years experience in the book and magazine business in New York City and recently founded BookWorks: The Self-Publishers Association.

2015 Guide to Self-Publishing, Revised Edition

2015 Guide to Self-Publishing, Revised Edition
Author: Robert Lee Brewer
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 557
Release: 2014-10-07
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 1599638673

The 2015 Guide to Self-Publishing is the essential resource for writers who are taking their publishing futures into their own hands, whether it's referred to as self-publishing or indie publishing. In addition to hundreds of listings for freelance editors, designers, self-publishing companies, and more--the Guide to Self-Publishing offers articles on how to create standout covers, hire freelance designers, break in to the gift market, protect your work, promote your work, and more. You also gain access to: • Lists of conferences, organizations, and book fairs and festivals • A pay-rate chart to help negotiate fair terms with any freelancers you might use • Interviews with successful indie authors, including Hugh Howey, Bob Mayer, Delilah Marvelle, and more + Includes access to a one-hour webinar, "How to Format E-books With Microsoft Word," indie author Jason Matthews helps writers master e-book formatting. This webinar covers each section of your book's needs, from the title and table of contents to inserting images and hyperlinks. In just over an hour, you'll be able to professionally format your e-book and give readers something they'll enjoy.

The Indie Writer's Handbook

The Indie Writer's Handbook
Author: David Wind
Publisher: ColSaw Publications / DMW
Total Pages: 139
Release: 2019-09-01
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1733949518

Succeed as a Professional Writer, outside of the Traditional Publishing World by having the right guide: that is your best chance for survival... And this is your guide!. ----A step by step guide for Professional Indie Writers and authors, from final draft to publication and launch marketing. This handbook covers publishing / Self-Publishing, editing, cover, and design resources dedicated to moving writers out of the "self-Publishing" associated with vanity presses and into the world of professional Indie writing--the world of Independently self-published authors — Florida Authors and Publishers Association, HOW-TO Book of the Year: Bronze Medallion — A B.R.A.G. MEDALLION HONOREE .... With a Foreword by Mel Jolly! --David Wind is a Hybrid author with 40 books of fiction published both Traditionally and Independently. He is a member of the Authors Guild, The Mystery Writers of America, The Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, and Novelists Inc, and is the President of the Florida Chapter of the MWA for 2020. TAGS: Writing Skills, Indie Writing, Self-publishing guides. publishing guides, Book Publishing Industry, Independent Writing, independent Publishing, self Publishing, Creativity Self-Help, Publishing & Books, Media & Communications Industry, Fiction Writing Reference, Writing Skill Reference, Web Marketing, Business Writing Skill, Writing Skills in Advertising, Nonfiction Writing Reference, Genre Fiction Writing Reference, Education Research, Writing Skills in Advertising

2014 Guide to Self-Publishing

2014 Guide to Self-Publishing
Author: Robert Lee Brewer
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 622
Release: 2013-10-07
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1599637456

The 2014 Guide to Self-Publishing is the essential resource for indie publishers. In other words, this is the guide for writers who are taking their publishing futures into their own hands and self-publishing. In addition to hundreds of listings for freelance editors, designers, self-publishing companies, and more, the Guide to Self-Publishing offers articles on how to produce engaging covers, handle sales tax, dissect the self-publishing contract, protect your work, promote your work, and more. "The Guide to Self-Publishing is brilliant, timely, and the ultimate go-to index for the industry's huge surge of indie authors! Love, love, love having all the pieces of the Puzzle in one resource. Finally, the indie author can wave a Writer's Market of his own and find his way to publication. I predict GTSP to be the hottest how-to writing book of the year. Very highly recommended!" --C. Hope Clark, author of The Shy Writer and the Carolina Slade Mystery Series, and force behind FundsForWriters.com

The Global Indie Author

The Global Indie Author
Author: M. A. Demers
Publisher:
Total Pages: 484
Release: 2014-09-14
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9780991677610

Self-publishing has truly come into its own. Indie titles have captured up to 25% of the U.S. market, and the phenomenon has expanded globally, with success stories now found in Europe and as far away as India. But as the business has grown so too have the potential landmines, and authors who are best equipped to avoid the traps are those who are best informed. The Global Indie Author 3rd Edition is the definitive guide to this growth industry, exposing its secrets, separating fact from fiction, and providing clear advice for implementing a successful self-publishing project. This edition has been completely updated to reflect developments in ebook technology and includes illustrated step-by-step instructions for building ePubs and Kindle books from your manuscript. Readers will also find tips for designing a print book in a word processor, and how to deal with quality issues with print on demand. The Global Indie Author covers all aspects of self-publishing including: * Book Structure * Manuscript Editing * Copyright and Registration * Copyright and Trademark Infringement * Libel, Obscenity, Hate Literature, Civil Liability * The ISBN System * Software * Manuscript Formatting for eBooks * HTML Editing * Cover and Interior Images * Building and Testing Kindle Books and ePubs * Print Production * Marketing * Distribution and Royalties * Payments and Withholding Tax * The Vanity Press Machine Praise for The Global Indie Author: "I have read many books about self-publishing and have to say how impressed I am with the incredible detail and research that went into putting this book together. Demers goes through virtually everything an author who wants to understand this world would need to know in order to make informed decisions. This tops my recommended list for anybody considering learning more about self-publishing in either print or ebook or both." - Mark Lefebvre, Director, Self-Publishing and Author Relations, Kobo Writing Life "If you are self-publishing, buy The Global Indie Author and read it cover to cover. It is quite possibly the best resource book available for independent authors. It combines overall strategies with step-by-step instructions and expertly guides authors through the complex maze of self-publishing both print and e-books." - Mark Hanen, Words: I Know What I Want To Say - I Just Don't Know How To Say It "The Global Indie Author is an excellent book for anyone who wants a comprehensive guide through the indie publishing journey, whether you are living in the U.S. or living in Denmark. What I loved best is that I know each chapter was extensively researched. I put a lot of work into finding answers on the Internet. This book saves you all that trouble. Buy this book and spend your precious time writing!" - Kate Tremills, Messenger and Queen Isabel

Self-Publishing 3.0

Self-Publishing 3.0
Author: Alliance Of Independent Authors
Publisher:
Total Pages: 90
Release: 2021-02-02
Genre:
ISBN: 9781913349424

Self-Publishing 3.0 is a concept and a publishing era defined by the concept: that any author (with the requisite skills) now has the means to establish a sustainable and scalable business. It is also a campaign from the Alliance of Independent Authors (#selfpub3.0) that works with authors, readers, literary organizations, and creative industries to support independent authors in acquiring the three necessary skills: writing, publishing and creative business. The Self-Publishing 3.0 era, the era of author enterprise, began around 2018. In this era, writers are moving beyond exclusively signing all rights to a single 3rd-party publisher, or exclusively self-publishing with one platform or service, into true creative and commercial independence. This short book outlines both the concept and campaign and aims to explain to self-publishing authors why Self-Publishing 3.0 is important, the tools and techniques driving this trend, and how to take part in this movement that is enabling authors in more number than ever before to earn a living from writing and publishing books.

Intuitive Editing

Intuitive Editing
Author: Tiffany Yates Martin
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2021-03-05
Genre:
ISBN: 9781950830060

"Editing your own writing can feel like doing your own brain surgery.?"After you've completed your manuscript and you're standing at the foot of Revision Mountain, climbing to the summit can feel impossible. It's hard to look at your own writing with the objective eye needed to shape it into a tight, polished, publishable story-but just like writing, self-editing is a skill you can learn.Developmental editor Tiffany Yates Martin has spent her career in the publishing industry honing practical, actionable techniques to help authors evaluate how well their story is working, where it might not be, and how to fix it.With a clear, accessible, user-friendly approach, she leads writers through every step of deepening and elevating their own work, as well as how to approach the edit and develop their "editor brain," and how to solicit and process feedback. Intuitive Editing doesn't offer one-size-fits-all advice or rigid writing "rules"; instead it helps authors discover what works for their story and their style-to find the best version of their vision. Whether you're writing fiction, narrative nonfiction, or memoir; whether this your first story or your fiftieth, Intuitive Editing will give you the tools you need to edit and revise your own writing with inspiration, motivation, and confidence. Tiffany Yates Martin has spent nearly thirty years as an editor in the publishing industry, working with major publishers and bestselling authors as well as newer writers. She's led workshops and seminars for conferences and writers' groups across the country and is a frequent contributor to writers' sites and publications. Visit her at www.foxprinteditorial.com.