tailieunhanh - A Self Publisher's Journal Published by Hawse Pipe Ministries

Smashwords License Statement This ebook is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. This ebook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each reader. If you’re reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then please return to and purchase your own copy. Thank you for respecting the hard work of this author. | A Self Publisher s Journal Published by Hawse Pipe Ministries Copyright 2012 by Regina Tittel Cover Design by Regina Tittel Smashwords Edition Smashwords License Statement This ebook is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. This ebook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this book with another person please purchase an additional copy for each reader. If you re reading this book and did not purchase it or it was not purchased for your use only then please return to and purchase your own copy. Thank you for respecting the hard work of this author. Also by Regina Tittel Abandoned Hearts Abandoned Hearts Study Guide Unexpected Kiss Love for Lenore Coveted Bride TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter One Preparing Your Manuscript Chapter Two Publishing Chapter Three Blogging Chapter Four Marketing Chapter Five Information Sheets Chapter Six Preparing For Your Audience Chapter Seven Left-Over Helpful Hints Welcome Following I ll share with you what I ve been sharing on my blog my experience at self-publishing. You ll soon notice I m quick to the point. Although my advice moves quickly if you take your time and apply what I m teaching you ll reap big rewards. But before we begin take a look at your manuscript and see how it compares to other books of that genre. Determine what makes it stand out from all the rest. CHAPTER ONE Preparing Your Manuscript How Do I Know If My Book Is Ready For Print First and foremost what are your fellow critique partners saying If you don t have any odds are you aren t ready. Join a critique group like American Christian Fiction Writers ACFW . Listen well to what people say about your work. Does it fit with today s standards and rules With ACFW they even have an archives section where you can learn for free with your membership. 50 for the first year 40 after that. When you feel your book is ready be patient it s not yet. Your next step is to enter it in a few contests. Study what they judge on