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BEING YOUR OWN PUBLISHER
Yeah, yeah, there's new tech parameters and a paradigm shift and all that.
But the important thing is that there are (and always have been) alternatives to writing something then trying to sell the rights to a publishing company. This group is to explore these areas of self-owned publishing biz.
Some writers have niche books, some have special needs (like texts for their seminars), some are just too entrepreneurial to sell of their own inspirations. And some just want to see something in print.
There is a spectrum these days, from big publishers through the new, small POD publishers, to using publishing services like lulu.com or iuniverse, to printing yourself and selling online, to release of downloadable mp3 "podcasts" or pdf manuals.
If you have expertise, experience, or questions in this area, don't be shy about posting them here. It's a rapidly expanding field and nobody knows everything about it, but lots of us are learning enough to do what we want to do and successfully get it across the counter.
But the important thing is that there are (and always have been) alternatives to writing something then trying to sell the rights to a publishing company. This group is to explore these areas of self-owned publishing biz.
Some writers have niche books, some have special needs (like texts for their seminars), some are just too entrepreneurial to sell of their own inspirations. And some just want to see something in print.
There is a spectrum these days, from big publishers through the new, small POD publishers, to using publishing services like lulu.com or iuniverse, to printing yourself and selling online, to release of downloadable mp3 "podcasts" or pdf manuals.
If you have expertise, experience, or questions in this area, don't be shy about posting them here. It's a rapidly expanding field and nobody knows everything about it, but lots of us are learning enough to do what we want to do and successfully get it across the counter.
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Comment by Joel Friedlander on November 30, 2009 at 3:46pm
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Philip, nice job. Have you looked at sample press releases? They are frequently written to match the style of the articles in appropriate media. You might want to create another one that reads like an "ideal" review of your book by a third party. It will likely get more use than this collection of quotes, lovely though it is.
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Comment by Philip Nork on November 30, 2009 at 3:36pm
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Here is a press release I did for myself--PR companies seemed too expensive. Is this professional enough to use, am I missing anything? Any comments are welcome!
First-time author Philip Nork brings Sensitivity 101 for the Heterosexual Male to life!
Author: Philip Nork
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Distributors: Ingram Book Company
Baker & Taylor
Release date: August 2009
ISBN Paperback: 9781438967448
ISBN Hardcover: 9781438967455
Authors Website: www.philipnork.com
Available at: www.amazon.com
“The age-old “Battle of the Sexes” is still going just as strong as it ever was-and chances are it won’t lose any steam anytime soon. So rather than lament the fact that the game exists, men and women around the world are instead better off learning to play it to the best of their ability. Such is the premise behind Sensitivity 101 for the Heterosexual Male.” Tara Hopkins, Apex Reviews
“Sensitivity 101 for the Heterosexual Male is not just for males, or even for just heterosexual individuals. This book can be enjoyed by anyone… If I had a son, I would want him to read this book.” G.A. Bixler, Book Readers Heaven
The journey we are on is a difficult one, even more so for those of a broken family. Follow the adventures of one such boy as he searches for the two desires we all share: the ability to be accepted by others and the right to be totally happy. Along the way he learns many life lessons that eventually lead him to discover both of these things.
“Straightforward and refreshingly candid…an impressive presentation of a life with a plethora of helpful lessons to share. Highly recommended for anyone seeking to cut through the typical façade of relationship ‘politics’ and learn the roots of true, lasting happiness.” Apex Reviews
“The stories that have emerged are ripe with feeling and diversity.” Authors Promoting Authors
Philip Nork lives in Henderson, Nevada and may be contacted at pnork2@yahoo.com.
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Comment by Linton Robinson on November 25, 2009 at 2:29pm
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No Saundra, of course vote-seeking, or self-promotion is not out of line here.
I mentioned cases of dating services and multiple mails in the same day to sell a marketing service.
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Comment by rotem bar lev on November 25, 2009 at 7:28am
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hello - i am new to this website and have just set up a page for my daughter and her newly published children;s book - No More Tears - which we published POD. You are all more than welcome to check out her website at http://outskirtspress.com/nomoretears and even more so, we hope you like her book which sends a message to young readers that there are other ways to get attention without crying (or something like that as she puts it). thanks for listening, Rona (rotem's mom)
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Comment by Janice Beier on November 23, 2009 at 12:46pm
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Hi Sandra,
Really liked your blog so I voted for you. Good Luck
Janice
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Comment by Saundra Goodman on November 23, 2009 at 10:45am
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Hi, Chad.
Marketing, writing articles and blogging are hard work. It's difficult to get noticed, but it can be done. I've asked people in this group to vote for my blog for the 2nd annual Peoples Health Blogger Awards and nobody here has voted.
It hurt my feelings that this group didn't support me, but I haven't been very connected here as I'm spending time doing other things.
It costs nothing to vote and the site is safe, so if anyone wants to give up a few minutes of time, you can vote at http://www.gotteethguide.com and leave your link. You'll see the Vote for Me badge in my sidebar.
I need your support. Thank you.
Saundra
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Hi, Linton. I hope you don't consider asking for votes to be spamming.
I have never been bothered by spamming on this site.
Saundra
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Hi, Dragon Club. You have a great site. I looked in your health category and didn't see anything for Dental/Oral Health. My book is POD and is on Amazon. Maybe we can figure something out.
Thanks, Saundra
www.gotteethguide.com
www.gotteethguide.com
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Comment by DragonCub on November 23, 2009 at 4:01am
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Hi,
If you get some time then do visit my brand new online bookstore at http://www.DragonCub.com
It’s a place for book sellers and buyers.
I will appreciate your visit.
Thanks.
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Group spamming.
I have never removed a member from this group, preferring to let things take their own course. Perhaps that's too lax, who knows.
Today I kicked off two, both for spamming.
There's a fine line between promoting one's work on a network dedicated to marketing and using the contact to spread spam, but I think dating services qualify, as do multiple "buy this" in the same day.
If anybody has any problem with this, let me know.
If anybody is bothered by spam from this group, let me know.
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