Published: May 04, 2010
Words: 107174 (approximate)
Language: English

Ebook description

Universally acknowledged as the bible for self-publishers, this guide incorporates the latest information on the process in a new edition. Twelve chapters answer common questions and provide practical guidance on writing, design, copyrighting, printing, promotion, publicity, sales, and distribution, with one chapter devoted to technology. An appendix lists useful resources.

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Review by: Bill Cooper on Dec. 11, 2011 : (no rating)
Dan - thank you for producing the bible of book development from beginning to end. I followed each step of the way and produced a fine book. You saved me a great deal of time and effort and for the work you did here, I am truly grateful.

Bill Cooper
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: Judy H. Wright on Aug. 15, 2011 :
Hello from beautiful Montana,

I have heard Dan speak many times, and yet I always learn something new. I could not find my original book and so when I heard him say Smashwords and on sale, I jumped on it.

This is a terrific site and great bargain on excellent information. I will be back. Not only to buy, but to list my own info-products.

Thanks Dan, for your helpful tips and techniques.

Judy H. Wright, author and keynote speaker
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: Cesia Mazariegos on July 26, 2011 :
The Self-Publishing manual is much more than a manual. I found it to be a truly step by step guide to self-publishing. It's particularly thorough providing helpful references as to where to find even further information.
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: FleetStreetPress on July 07, 2011 :
I had already Vol.2, which I found very useful. Although Vol. 1 was not as up to date it was definitely worth the time and money.
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: Megan Creel on Jan. 07, 2011 :
This was an invaluable resource for self-publishing, and tremendously simplified what had become a long and muddled journey.

I first read it in print at the local library, and found I needed to refer to it so often, I just downloaded to my notebook that I use for writing. It was fabulous for toggling back and forth between the work, the reference, and the recommended internet resources.
(reviewed long after purchase)

Review by: David DeRosa on May 19, 2010 : (no rating)
Not just about self-publishing, this is an eye-opening overview of the publishing industry. It's a good place to start for anyone interested in learning the business.

Geared mainly for the non-fiction writer, it also holds many useful gems to dispel the fantasy that we fiction writers too often carry into our first attempts at publishing.

Highly recommended.
(reviewed within a week of purchase)

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