Many fine books exist that explain to authors how to self-publish. Make Money Self-Publishing shows them how to make money doing it. Readers are introduced to the publishing world and its jargon in Chapter One, Self-Publishing 101. Then the following chapters introduce readers to a variety of small publishers. They range in age, marital status, physical location, subject matter, and favorite marketing approaches, but they are all profitable. Readers will discover how to start their business on a shoestring if necessary (Chapter Seven), sell tens of thousands of cookbooks (Chapter Three), or plunge into the world of e-books (Chapter Fifteen). The appendices supply contact information for printer and self-publisher associations across the country, recommended books, useful web sites, and more. Particular topics can be found easily and quickly by referencing the comprehensive index.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
pep talk by a self-publisher:
This book lacks the details of publishing. No how-tos, no business aspects of publishing, or what to publish. It's a compilation of talks with minor writers.
And as you guess, the author herself is a self-publisher. Better read "Complete Guide to Self Publishing" by Tom Ross and Marilyn Ross. You get much more with less money. Technical note: For those who are not familiar with publishing industry, books without discount at Amazon are usually not commercially worth to publish. They include... more info
Very interesting especially for people already publishing:
Very good real-world stories from small independent publishers. In most cases, the publisher saw a need for a book -- on touring New Jersey, or hiking, or buying a horse, or serving educational niches -- and began with the premise of wanting to provide information and ideas not already "out there." What inevitably follows is a collision with the reality of a crowded and brutal marketplace, and "Make Money Self-Publishing" shows the creative ways each publisher pursued to create a livelihood. An earlier... more info
Not really a "learn how" book:
If you are considering self publiching then this is a nice book to have, especially if you are a fan of real life stories. The 14 author/publishers all tell their stories without hype. Most took a very long time to receive a return on their investment and explain but also show that after years they are now all getting paid regularly without having to do an awful lot. I like that the book is realistic in this sense. Certainly, there are a few tips and pointers throughout but this really isn't a "how to"... more info
Don't read this book if you don't want to be discouraged!:
I thought this book was going to be inspirational with tips and Do's and Don't from other self-publishers. This book made me rethink me self-employment and self-publishing dreams. Almost every one didn't make any money for years and the book was depressing and boring. It show the reality of working for yourself, which will cause some people not to take risk. Read it and refund it.
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