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Traditional Publishing Has Limits
In my last blog I listed some of the benefits of seeking out a contract with a traditional publisher. These benefits should be carefully weighed against the disadvantages. Most of the writers I know or have met are not interested in the marketing aspect of being an author. For them, the advantages of being traditionally published immensely out-weight the headaches and risks of self-publication. Following is a list of some of the disadvantages the author should consider as he anticipates entering the process of finding the best means for putting his book in print. The relative simplicity of the process of one’s book going into print, traditionally, means the publisher handles the complexities. These cost him money, for example, having the manuscript edited and formatted, the cover designed, book printed, advance paid … Read entire article »
Filed under: David R Christensen, Featured, Publishing
Defining Your Publishing Objectives
I think a lot of writers that write books, begin the writing process without really thinking about what their publishing objectives are. They don’t think about questions such as: Why am I writing in the first place? Why do I want a traditional publishing contract? For whom am I writing this book? Who is my target market. These are questions that should be answered prior to writing your book. Here … Read entire article »
Filed under: Featured, Publishing, Writing
If you self-publish your book are you a published author?
I wrote about this topic once before on a different blog and thought it was time to address this topic again. I believe the publishing world is changing and as a result, the way people receive information is no longer controlled by the major publishing houses. With the tools that are available today it can literally cost nothing to create content and make it available for others to enjoy. With that being said the … Read entire article »
Filed under: Bill Walker, Featured, Publishing
Marketing your book…
Let’s talk about marketing the books we’ve written, but first: Most people, I believe, who desire to read a book do one of the following: Find one off their own bookshelf which they have enjoyed in the past. Head for the nearest Brick & Mortar bookstore…browse, and select. Head for the local library and, again…browse and select. Pull out their cell phone or book reader…download through the internet, or Select a book from the many on-line bookstores. It is a little known … Read entire article »
Filed under: Bill Walker, Featured, Marketing, Publishing
