Monday, November 26, 2012

Why self publishing?


Are you planning to get your idea into a printed book? Do you think that it is one of the greatest achievements in your lifetime? Certainly, in this endeavor to publish a book, a publishing company can be an astonishing partner. The publisher contributes important role in targeting the perfect work and markets with the writer on writing the best book possible.
Today, more writers are turning to self-publishing. Due to its multiple benefits people now prefer to self-publish. Many times, self-publishers do not wish to give up control of their book at all. Publishers are interested in a say in the final draft of the book, from a book’s cover to an editorial standpoint. When thought of a business approach, publishers also wish to put forth control over the pricing, sales plan, marketing and distribution of book for maximizing their profit. Majority writers select to control their work themselves, on both the business and artistic sides of publishing a book.
Besides the control issue, a writer prefers to self-publish a book for the benefits listed below:
        To maintain direct control of the customer list.
        To make the most of the earnings the book brings in. Authors who are contracted to publishers can get 10 to 15 %, whereas an author who publishes books on his own can make up to 70percent of sales of books
        To Lower publishing cost.
        To market to a particular, small demographic of readers.
        Every writer is interested in every aspect associated with his or her book. That is why many writers want to try the publishing business and get their book into the market.
        Many writers prefer to publish work on their own.
Self-publishing is getting popularity, as it has gotten easier, and the success stories clearly speak about its benefits. It is essential to understand the concept clearly. Do invest time in any research and learn the pros and cons of self-publishing.
Why Self-Publishing?
Many writers prefer self publishing as it is fast and easy to do. Further, it is within your budget. If you try to publish your book with the help of a big publishing company, then definitely it is a time consuming process for getting a deal up, you need to spend a lot. You need to have more than fundamental knowledge of the business along with all its rules and regulations.
Rather than taking the step into the shadows of real publishing, many writers select the option of self-publish their masterpieces. As a self publisher, you will have a total control of what happens along with its pricing, distribution, marketing, etc. Of course, you can hire an expert with anything involved in the self-publishing deal; however, you have to pay additional costs for it.
How to become a Self-publishing Bestseller?
If you dream big to become the next bestselling author around the world, then it is essential to understand the process clearly. Many writers jump in this endeavor without having any knowledge about self publishing and they simply end up in the sales stats showing no sales of the book.
Keep in mind that the real world is much harder than you think. You can publish your book easily making it available to every soul on the internet. However, it does not mean that you will be the best seller. Bear this in mind clearly. This will make your publishing endeavor comparatively easy and less painful.
Self-Publishing- what it can Do for You?
If you want to self publish a book, you can string your texts together with the help of a program available. Will this type of self published book get the success? Unfortunately, it will not. On the other hand, your name and reputation will be related to low quality work. Rather think about it carefully. Do the research. Plan the book and collect the needed material. Write well and present it in an appropriate format. While doing all this work, quality should be your main focus.
You will find numerous sites online that specialize in self-publishing. Different reputed self publishing sites like Createspace, iUniverse, etc. offer you all the services essential to succeed in your self-publishing endeavor.


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