In this Episode:
Have you ever wanted to write a book? Perhaps you’ve dreamt of creating a cookbook, a book of poetry, children’s book, a work of fiction or non-fiction? Today’s guest is going to take us through the basics of self-publishing. Bruce Jones is an International Best-Selling Author, graphic designer, and product developer. Bruce writes, speaks and consults on publishing, social media, blogging, video and general marketing. He is the author/creator of over 40 books on the topics of: geography, music, business, publishing, children’s and coloring books.
If you ever wondered what it takes to self-publish a book, then tune into today’s episode.
Key Takeaways:
- The difference between traditional publishing and self-publishing
- The main companies where you can self-publish your book
- Which types of books are best suited for self-publishing vs a traditional route
- Bruce explains how and why he got started with his writing at 53 years old
- How to build your authority using a book you created
- The people who tend to choose self-publishing or traditional and why
- Where you can find an illustrator if you need one
- The first step you need to take to begin
- How to begin writing and outline your book to make the process simpler
- The cost range to self-publish a book
- Where to find editors, designers, etc, to help you with all of the pieces of the puzzle
Show Notes & Resources:
Bruce’s Book:
I Want to Publish My Book But I Don’t Know How by Bruce Jones
Other Books referenced:
Successful Self-Publishing: How to Self-publish and Market Your Book in E-Book and Print By Joanna Penn
Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott
The War of Art by Steven Pressfield
Write. Publish. Repeat. (The No-Luck-Required Self-Publishing Guide to Self-Publishing Success) by Sean Platt and Johnny Truant
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