Publishing Gems: Insider Information for the Self-Publishing Writer

by Brent Sampson

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"From choosing a publisher to promotion, this is an indispensable resource for every writer, self-published or otherwise." - Dan Poynter, bestselling author of The Self-Publishing Manual Who says inside information is all bad? Brent Sampsons excellent Publishing Gems creates a few shortcuts, offers over 150 suggestions and will save you money. For an outsider to the wheels of publishing, this gem is a keeper." - Dr. Judith Briles, president of the Colorado Independent Publishers Association show more Hear an excerpt from the author: FIVE REASONS TO READ THIS BOOKThe information is presented in list format for easy reference From plotting , to production, to promotion, Publishing Gems offers advice at every stage of the processInsider information from a publishing professional helps you avoid common mistakes Its a fun, fast read that infuses your mind with valuable suggestions devised to inspire Writing a book opens windows but publishing one opens doors Table of Contents Part I: Craft Your Book Nine Steps for Plotting a Fiction Foundation Four Ways to Finish the Book You Have Started Five Tips for Catching Errors in Your Manuscript Five Questions Answered About Copyright Part II: Choose Your Publisher Ten Concerns When Choosing a Publisher Seven Secrets of Old-Fashioned Publishing Five Facts About Vanity Printers Seven Benefits of On-Demand Publishing Part III: Promote Your Book Seven Hints Regarding Pay-per-Click Promotion Three Methods for Establishing a Hook Six Steps to Becoming an Expert Seven Steps for Securing a Media Event Ten Tips for a Top-Notch Press Release Five Questions Answered About Book Reviews Seventeen Book Reviewers Listed Nine Book Signing Tips Part IV: Sell Your Book Five Facts About Book Covers Five Important Aspects of E-Books Four Pricing Definitions for Distribution Eleven Tips for Enhancing Your Distribution Two Online Discrepancies Explained Four Elements of a Complete Online Listing Twelve Criteria for Getting Shelf Space show less