Self-Publishing Primer – Chapter 5 – What is self-publishing? I have obtained special permission by Lillie Ammann - author of the Self-Publishing Primer to print a chapter each week from her book here on Word Salt.
It is one of the best resources I have come across that answers the majority of questions authors have about publishing in general. If you are looking to self-publish now or in the future make sure you check in every Wednesday here on Word Salt as we read through this valuable resource guide together. Last week in Chapter 4, we talked about subsidy publishing,this week:
Self-Publishing Primer: Part 12 – What do I need to do and when do I need to do it? : Lillie Ammann, Writer & Editor. Self-publishing a book: 25 things you need to know. Note to readers: I originally published the article back in 2008 and have updated it a few times, most recently on June 13, 2012.
This article primarily addresses self-publishing a print book, though many of the tips apply to e-books as well. For specific information about publishing an e-book, see my companion article, "How to self-publish an ebook. " I know, I know.