I finally submitted my files for review with Amazon CreateSpace, and I couldn't be more excited to self-publish my first book Stay Away From The Libertarians! It has been a year long journey and I have learned so much about myself, my ability to write, and the ins and outs of getting ready to launch a self-published book. So what are some of the things I'm glad I did in order to avoid most self-publishing sins?
1. Pay for Multiple Editors
People won't forget your mistakes, take my word on it. You will always miss something, not consider a mistake, or fall too much in love with your own work. Take the time to pay a professional line editor or copy editor to look through your book and help you make it the best book possible. Two sets of eyes are better than two, I contracted three editors and each found something the others didn't.
2. You Need a Professional Cover Artist
People do in fact judge a book by its cover, and most consumers have the idea that a self-published book just looks cheap, because sadly, most do. If your book screams "self-published" people will run away. Go contract a professional artist.
3. Write the Book You Want to Write, Not the Book You Think People Want to Read
I can't emphasis this enough, if you don't write the book you enjoy writing, you will never finish it.
4. If You Don't Market Your Book, You Have a Diary
Author Mike Cernovich said it best, "if you don't market your book, you have a diary." Learn how to use the internet to sell your book for you.
5. A Publicist Goes a Long Way
Most self-published authors don't have the network of people and resources needed to get your book in front of the consumer audience you are looking for, so a way to ensure you develop your brand as an author, having a publicist take care of you is a smart way to go.
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