Self-Publishers Monthly, January: February 2014
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Realistic advice on the latest self-publishing techniques from a stellar list of expert columnists, plus hands-on, practical tools for the publication and promotion of e-Books and paperbacks at little or no cost to the writer. A treasure trove of short, low-hype reports with minimal technical jargon, plus live hypertext links to free and useful resources.
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There has NEVER been a better time to self-publish a book, whether printed or digital -- or both. In 2012, 17 of Amazon's top 100 sellers in the UK were self-published. In December of 2013, Amazon announced that fully 25% of its top 100 e-Books originated from Kindle Direct Publishing, a favorite outlet for self-publishers.
Want the latest unbiased news about self-publishing from leading experts such as Stephanie Chandler, Scott Flora, Joel Friedlander, Shel Horowitz, Guy Kawasaki, Florrie Binford Kichler, Dan Poynter, Toni Rakestraw, Justine Schofield, Bob Spear and Rachel Thompson? Reports explaining new technologies, current publicity and marketing methods, and more... plus tips and tricks from bestselling DIYP authors, live links to useful resources and freebies?
Pressed for time? Now you can get them all in a single fast and easy read, updated monthly. In today's world, the publishing industry is changing at a furious pace -- sometimes literally from one day to the next. SPM keeps you informed without endless scanning of Web sites, or sifting through zillions of offers from vendors trying to sell you goods and services you may not really need or want.
The goals of SPM are simple: to help self-publishing writers create better books (printed and digital), and market them more effectively; to help you avoid outlets that gouge unwary writers for large investments, or foster unrealistic expectations; to keep you abreast of the latest technologies, trends, and new methods that DIY publishers can deploy NOW for greater success in today's ever-changing industry.
In a phrase: We don't want to sell you anything except SPM itself. We aren't influenced by advertisers or underwriters. Our expert columnists are on your side, delivering even-handed reports about ALL the options for self-publishing e-Books and tree-Books. We don't favor one printer, e-publishing service or bookseller over another, except in terms of how you can get optimal results.
Danny O. Snow
SELF-PUBLISHERS MONTHLY was launched in 2013 by Harvard graduate Danny O. Snow. He has served as a senior research fellow of The Society for New Communications Research (SNCR.org) since 2008. Snow also works as a consultant to fellow authors and publishers, as a public speaker, and as a journalist. He has written for Publishers Weekly, The Independent, Huffington Post, Indie Reader and many other print and online publications. He is widely quoted by other major print, broadcast and online media about new publishing and communication technologies. In 2009, he was elected to a two-year term on the board of directors of the Independent Book Publishers Association, serving 3,000+ publishing firms across North America and around the world. (Staff photo by Thomas Buckner, Copyright © 2009, all rights reserved.)
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Self-Publishers Monthly, January - Danny O. Snow
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Vol. I, #5, January – February 2014
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What’s Inside this Issue of SPM?
Using Microsoft Word’s Track Changes
Feature as an Editing Tool
Connect with Influencers
(Book Bloggers, Reviewers) and Sell More Books
Six Steps to Generating a Powerful Marketing Message for Your Book
Seven Common Mistakes to Avoid When Preparing Your Book for POD Publication
Institutional (Bulk) Buyers: How They Can Benefit Your Book
Book Awards Increase Sales
... plus live links to scads of free and useful resources that you can use today!
Additional contributors to SPM include leading experts such as Stephanie Chandler of Authority Publishing; Florrie Binford Kichler, immediate past president of the Independent Book Publishers Association; best selling author Guy Kawasaki; Bob Spear of Heartland Book Reviews and other popular guest columnists!
Using Microsoft Word’s Track Changes
Feature as an Editing Tool by Toni Rakestraw
As regular SPM readers already know, we believe that virtually every book should be reviewed before publication by qualified editor with a working background in writing. By qualified
we mean not just a friend, relative or acquaintance who has studied English composition, but someone who earns a living working with words.
If you’re working with an editor, it helps to see his / her edits in contrast with your own. Microsoft Word has made this process much easier through a feature called Track Changes.
Track Changes allows you to work easily with your editor, your beta readers, and proofreaders by setting off changes in easy to see colors. The original is still there with a line