Challenging some of the preconceptions around self-publishing, this practical guide to the jungle of self-publishing offers in depth analysis of service providers and a pragmatic look at the costs involved and what you can expect for your money. As the Editor of The Independent Publishing Magazine, Mick Rooney knows the self-publishing industry incredibly well.
To Self-publish or Not to Self-publish A Seriously Useful Author's Guide Synopsis
Every serious writer at some point considers the path of self-publishing. Now, more than at any other time in book publishing, self-publishing has become the chosen path for authors previously within the mainstream industry and authors starting out on a writing career. To Self-Publish or Not to Self-Publish not only prompts the author to ask the million dollar question - Why do I want to self-publish? - it takes the author carefully through the process of reasoning, and the realities of self-publishing, to help them find the best path forward. It also provides an analysis of the publishing world today and the choices, opportunities and services available. This book will provide advice and guidance to enable and empower every author considering self-publishing to identify reputable and quality services suitable for their book, as well as helping them define what publishing success is for an author.
Mick Rooney has been self-publishing his books since 1990. He has written numerous articles on the publishing industry and self-publishing which have appeared in many magazines. He is editor, researcher and publishing consultant for his website and author resource at mickrooney.blogspot.com, which provides news, service reviews and advice.
