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Discussions and recources for all types of self-publishing, from using POD publishing services to doing your own printing and distribution.

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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.

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Comment by 4-LAN on March 3, 2015 at 8:20pm


4-LAN, a customer just told us your review was helpful to them while shopping on Amazon.

Highway to the Stars: The Beginning

I enjoyed both of the stories so much and found...

February 28, 2015

Comment by 4-LAN on February 26, 2015 at 10:55am: Please stop by What I Am Reading and post your comment of my review of Highway to the Stars

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Comment by Bill Morgenstein on February 17, 2015 at 11:26am: After some help from KDP members I lowered the price of "the Crazy Life of a KId From Brooklyn" and that has helped the European sales immensely.

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Comment by Kelli A. Wilkins on February 15, 2015 at 12:55pm

Hi,

I’m sharing a bit about my latest book: You Can Write—Really! A Beginner’s Guide to Writing Fiction. If you’ve always dreamed of writing and getting published, but have no idea where or how to start—THIS is the book for you!

As an author of 95 short stories and 19 romance novels, I’m often asked: Where do you get your ideas? How do I get published? How do you write a book? What advice do you have for writers who are just starting out? Do you have any writing tips?

One day, I started thinking about everything I’ve learned over the years, and inspiration hit me: Why not write a book on how to write? The result? You Can Write—Really! A Beginner’s Guide to Writing Fiction.

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Based on my 15 years of experience as a writer, advice I’ve received over the years, and the technical “know-how” I’ve gained in writing classes and workshops.
Loaded with practical instruction on how to create a story, step-by-step: from getting a great idea to meeting your characters, developing a plot, and on to writing, revising, and submitting your work.
Filled with helpful tips all writers can use, PLUS fun writing exercises to get you motivated!

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Comment by Bill Morgenstein on January 17, 2015 at 5:35pm: Have not received a single response from KDP England. Then again since the title of my book is: "The Crazy Life of a Kid From Brooklyn" maybe that's not surprising. Ironically there are some very interesting and funny stories in the book about London and other parts of England.

Comment by Gregory V. Boulware on November 23, 2014 at 6:32pm: ‘Selfie Renditions’

Tavis Smiley of ‘PBS’ boasted of ‘Self-Publication’ of all his books and media material. So it should be obvious that he is a proponent of self-publication. This practice allows the author true ‘authorship’ and ownership – ‘Sole Propriety’ of his or her material. Selfie Renditions are today’s norm for‘Selfie Renditions’

http://thebookmarketingnetwork.com/profiles/blogs/selfie-renditions

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Comment by Gregory V. Boulware on November 23, 2014 at 6:29pm: /*

Great points of interest and donations by excellent authors and contributors.

I should have joined long ago...

Discovery is due to Ms. Eliza Earsman. Thank You!

I'm happy to be a part of this unique and sagacious group.

Peace and Love,

Greg.

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