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> The Secrets of Self-Publishing

As the author of one self-published book and later, two internationally published books, Kelley learned the hard way the world of self-publishing.  She will share her real life experiences and tell you what others promoting the angle of self-publishing won't and don't, when this method of publishing is best and when to save your time and money.

Participants will learn:

• the basics of "building" your book
• the editing process expanded
• how to find an editor, the types and what they cost
• the proofreading process
• how to find a proofreader and what they cost
• designing your book cover
• laying out your book's content
• finding a printer
• choosing the "guts" of your book - paper, text size, font, etc.
• distribution
• marketing basics
• your website
• shipping your books
• selling your book
• working with bookstores
• working with online retailers
• working with the press - basics
• your book launch
• traveling to promote your book
• book signings, readings and other promo's
• tradeshows
• bulk sales
• foreign rights
• copyright protection
• book testimonials and media reviews
• how to get on the "best sellers lists"
• overview of getting published vs. self-publishing
• resources

 

A couple of Kelley's reviews...