Independent Self-Publishing: The Complete Guide [Paperback & e-book]

Michael N. Marcus​

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(from the publisher) Independent Self-Publishing: the complete guide is an expanded and updated replacement for the Amazon.com bestseller Become a Real Self-Publisher: don't be a victim of a vanity press (2010).

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The new book will: (1) help writers decide if they can and should publish their own books, (2) help writers avoid wasting time and money with self-publishing companies, (3) help writers make the best-possible books, (4) explain the choices and processes in book production and promotion and in running a small publishing business, and (5) provide more information and advice than is in the 2010 book.

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The original version of the book has been on two Amazon.com bestseller lists and has been called "the best book in its field."

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The new book is better and bigger, but is priced the same as the previous book. With 518-pages and over 100 illustrations, this is truly the most complete guide to independent self-publishing.

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The authoritative book is based on many years experience in publishing, editing and writing. It will take you from selecting a subject and title, through writing, design and formatting, picking a printer, selecting designers and editors, developing and operating a website, getting blurbs and reviews, and publicizing the book. It will be useful to all authors.

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(from "Accounting Writer") This book is full of useful advice about self-publishing, especially the pitfalls of using a vanity press. Marcus has been an outspoken critic of vanity presses for years. Self-published authors are especially vulnerable to scams and other industry predators. Before you decide to self-publish, read this book. It's a great investment that could save you a lot of money, and prevent you from getting scammed.

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$19.95 paperback, order from Amazon.com 

$19.95 paperback, order from Barnes & Noble

$9.99 Nook, order from Barnes & Noble 

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