Books For Authors
Independent Self-Publishing: The Complete Guide [Paperback & e-book]
Michael N. Marcus
(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).
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.
The original version of the book has been on two Amazon.com bestseller lists and has been called "the best book in its field."
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.
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.
(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.
$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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