Self-Publishing for Success

Far more than merely a "How To" book on self-publishing, Self-Publishing for Success walks you through all the steps in laying out and formatting your book, drawing attention to additional considerations for eBook creation. It provides you with detailed instructions on all aspects of type, design and layout - using commonly available tools such as Microsoft Word and OpenOffice plus free online tools where needed. The book then goes on to providing step by step instructions publishing your book online and what you might consider as to marketing your book, should you wish to do so. There is no other resource that is this comprehensive. Book publishing has changed radically in the past decade. Self-publishing, the alternative to the traditional route, was previously an expensive option. With print-on-demand technology and online digital marketing, the up-front costs are no longer prohibitive. Getting a book published is now something everyone can achieve. Self-Publishing for Success will introduce you to the options available to you in today's publishing world, explaining what may or may not work for you as an author. You will also learn what you need to know to successfully self-publish your work. This book is for: - Anyone who has an idea for a book, fiction or non-fiction, a poetry collection, a family history, a biography, or a short story collection. - Anyone who has been turned down or disappointed by traditional publishers or literary agencies. - Anyone who has finished a novel and is uncertain what the next steps are in getting it into the hands of a reader. - Anyone who is an instructor or specialist and have been asked about further readingAlex Blackwell has worked his way through all of these scenarios. He has also been a book printer and has self-published several of his own fiction and non-fiction books. What you will learn: > Options available to you in today's publishing world. > Instructions on how to correctly set up your book for self-publishing. > Step by step guides on how to successfully self-publish your work. > Direction on marketing and promoting your book. and much more... And then you may just wish to produce a book only you will ever hold and see, or you may want to produce a special holiday gift for family and friends; in either case 'publishing' without ever intending to sell. So yes, your book deserves to be published and Self-Publishing for Success gives you the wherewithall to do so. Yes, your work deserves to be published and is worthy of being read. Yes, you can find an audience. And yes, you do have options to successfully create your masterpiece.