The Indie Author Guide

The Indie Author Guide

Author: April Hamilton

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2010-11-09

Total Pages: 284

ISBN-13: 1599632675

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This Is Your Roadmap to Success! The Indie Author Guide takes you through every stage of the self-publishing process. With e-books, print on demand and the power of Web 2.0, you have the ability to publish your own high quality books and go indie—just as filmmakers and musicians have done. Get detailed instructions, complemented by screenshots, so you can get the most of cutting edge publishing options. April L. Hamilton, founder of Publetariat, an online news hub and community for indie authors, gives you insight to the latest technology and step-by-step advice for making the most of your self-publishing options. Inside you'll find everything you need to know to: • organize your files • create your brand • explore your self-publishing options • format your book for POD • edit and revise you work • design your own book cover • publish through a POD print service provider • publish in e-book formats • build an author platform • promote your work • transition from indie to mainstream publishing Plus, you'll get worksheets to help you plan and organize your book, your business, and your writing life, as well as an HTML primer so you can build your own website—even if you're not tech savvy. The Indie Author Guide gives you the skills and confidence you need to take full advantage of today's unique publishing opportunities and grow your readership yourself.


Register Your Book

Register Your Book

Author: David Wogahn

Publisher: PartnerPress.org

Published: 2016-03-17

Total Pages: 127

ISBN-13: 1944098062

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***Updated 2020 Edition*** LEARN THE RIGHT WAY... ...to set your book up for long-term success, improve sales opportunities, and protect your investment, including: Everything you need to know about ISBNs, Barcodes, Copyright, & LCCNs. Make sure your book can be distributed by any distributor. Never have to abandon your hard-earned reader reviews. Ensure your book can be printed by any printer. Add your book to the major book industry databases. Prevent your advance reading copies from being re-sold. Avoid legal headaches and missed filing deadlines. “Straightforward and easy to digest, this is one how-to that every new author or publisher should have in their arsenal!" —Brooke Warner, Publisher of She Writes Press and author of Green-Light Your Book: How Writers Can Succeed in the New Era of Publishing “An essential guide to publishing identifiers, their benefits and uses, and (most importantly) what NOT to do. Required reading for every new entrant into book publishing – and for those who have been here a while, it’s never too late to go back to the sound fundamentals that David Wogahn provides here." —Laura Dawson, Numerical Gurus “...proceed with confidence in spending your time and dollars to get it done right, the first time.” —Carla King, Self-Pub Boot Camp “…a thorough and deceptively simple guide for independent authors and publishers…”


Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2019

Writers' & Artists' Yearbook 2019

Author: Alysoun Owen

Publisher: Bloomsbury Yearbooks

Published: 2018-09-06

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781472947499

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This bestselling guide to all areas of publishing and the media is completely revised and updated every year. The Yearbook is packed with advice, inspiration and practical guidance on who to contact and how to get published. New articles in the 2019 edition include: - Writing about sport - Writing successful dialogue - World-building - Managing your portfolio writing career - Self-publishing your audio book - Writing and producing podcasts - The changing world of news journalism - Creating the perfect pitch All articles are reviewed and updated every year. Key articles on Copyright Law, Tax, Publishing Agreements, E-publishing, Publishing news and trends are fully updated. Plus over 4,000 listings entries on who to contact and how across the media and publishing worlds In short it is "Full of useful stuff" - J.K. Rowling


Using ISBNs as an Indie Author

Using ISBNs as an Indie Author

Author: Alliance of Independent Authors

Publisher: Orna Ross

Published: 2024-01-18

Total Pages: 39

ISBN-13: 1909888702

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ISBNs are unique product identifier codes that help distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and readers find your book and contrary to poor advice, yes, independent authors do need them. Understanding how ISBNs work, why they matter, and how to source and use them will help you distribute your self-published books efficiently and professionally. But there is a lot of misinformation out there. In this short guide from the AskALLi team of the Alliance of Independent Authors, you’ll learn all the key facts to make informed decisions about ISBNs and be confident when publishing your own books.


Coyote Winds

Coyote Winds

Author: Helen Sedwick

Publisher:

Published: 2013-08

Total Pages: 268

ISBN-13: 9780988302129

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When thirteen year old Myles brings home an injured coyote pup, his father warns him -- something as wild as a coyote can't be trusted. Land is the only sure thing. His father is wrong. Set on the American western prairie in the years leading up to the Dust Bowl, this historical novel follows the adventures of Myles and his coyote, Ro, as they hunt rabbits and dodge tornadoes. Meanwhile men like his father are turning the prairie into the world's breadbasket. The American Dream is within reach. But when drought turns the land into blowing dust, Myles must save his coyote from the men who dream of conquering all.


My Publishing Imprint

My Publishing Imprint

Author: David Wogahn

Publisher: PartnerPress

Published: 2019-08-16

Total Pages: 71

ISBN-13: 1944098135

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**2020 Gold Medal Winner—Readers' Favorite Book Awards** Are you planning to self-publish? Do you want to be a publisher? Don't settle for Amazon's free ISBN until you read this book. My Publishing Imprint answers these important questions: - Do you have to create a publishing imprint to publish a book? - Do you need to establish an entity or register a business name if you want to be recognized as the publisher of a book? - What are the legal and business considerations? - Where does your publishing imprint name appear in public and industry records? - How do you research names? - What do other indie publishers do? - What are the risks of using a free Amazon ISBN? My Publishing Imprint is your guide to understanding the facts, your options, and the key decisions you need to make before you publish a book. Once made, they cannot be reversed unless you republish your book. “This book has substance on every page that you turn. It’s filled with links to resources, guidelines, do’s, and don’ts. He also includes specific people and the way that they have evolved in their own book imprint endeavors, which is helpful when you are learning all that you can about creating a book imprint and the business behind it.” —Erin Nicole Cochran for Readers’ Favorite, Five Stars


Murder Takes Patience

Murder Takes Patience

Author: Giacomo Giammatteo

Publisher: Inferno Publishing Company

Published: 2014-09-10

Total Pages: 435

ISBN-13: 1940313082

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A maniac killer—“Mr. Clean”—is on the loose in Brooklyn, and he’s targeting couples in the midst of making love. He finds them in hotel rooms, in their apartments, and even in the park. What he does to the victims is unspeakable, but afterward he takes his time cleaning the scene of evidence. With few clues to go on, Frankie and his partners are baffled—at first. But when Frankie and Lou start to close in on the killer, he turns his attention to them.


Going Wide: Self-Publishing Your Books Outside The Amazon Ecosystem

Going Wide: Self-Publishing Your Books Outside The Amazon Ecosystem

Author: M.K. Williams

Publisher: M.K. Williams Publishing, LLC

Published: 2021-11-02

Total Pages: 102

ISBN-13: 1952084105

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Use this concise how-to-guide by M.K. Williams to bring your self-published books beyond the Amazon ecosystem Everyone is going wide... here's how: The buzzy term in the self-publishing space right now is, "wide." I was doing this before it was a thing. As more authors hear about the benefits of self-publishing on multiple platforms, I find myself on the receiving end of many panicked emails. While the concept is easy to understand the execution requires planning and patience. For those who want to get their book out to as many readers and retailers as possible, I have the tools you need to create than plan. I've condensed my years of experience and best advice into this short and actionable book to help you go from Amazon-Only to Wide Author. This book will cover strategy, platforms, opting out of exclusivity, and marketing for success. Get your free planners throughout the book to help you make and stick to your plan. Ready to go wide?


Nri

Nri

Author: Amar Vyas

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2014-09-08

Total Pages: 286

ISBN-13: 9781502318589

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Moving back to India was the last thing on Amol Dixit's mind when he was leading a carefree life in Chicago. Then one day, he found himself sleeping on the streets of Mumbai. Now, Returned to India is a Back-to-Rags story of a Non Resident Indian (NRI), and is a humorous account of the experiences of Amol Dixit, who relocates to India in haste. It all begins when he interviews for a job that he doesn't really need. He plans to spend one year with his family in India, following which he would move back to North America. In a series of missteps which affect his personal, social and work life, and cost him the woman he loves, Amol learns the hard way that living in India is no cakewalk. Inspite of these challenges, he decides to remain in India. Just when his life has hit rock bottom, GB enters his life. NRI: Now, Returned to India, is the first book in a four part fiction series that deals with the life of Amol Dixit and is the author's debut novel. It was shortlisted by DNA- Hachette in India for the "Hunt for the Next Bestseller" competition in 2014. Amar' spast writing exploits include blogging about his experiences in India at the Return to India Forum, which have received over 110,000 views.


Book Design Made Simple

Book Design Made Simple

Author: Fiona Raven

Publisher:

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780994096920

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Book Design Made Simple gives DIY authors, small presses, and graphic designers--novices and experts alike--the power to design their own books. It's the first comprehensive book of its kind, explaining every step from installing Adobe(R) InDesign(R) right through to sending the files to press. For those who want to design their own books but have little idea how to proceed, Book Design Made Simple is a semester of book design instruction plus a publishing class rolled into one. Let two experts guide you through the process with easy step-by-step instructions, resulting in a professional-looking top-quality book