Sometimes I wonder what there is left to say about the process of writing, publishing and marketing a book. Yet, I, and many others, continue to write articles, add to our blogs, write books and go out and speak on these topics. Why? Because there\u2019s a new book idea conceived, a new book ready for publication and a new book to be promoted every day. Want proof? Last year, there were over 560,000 titles produced. <\/p>\n
Not every author is at the same professional level. Some of you are finally sitting down to write that book you\u2019ve had in your heart for years. Others have spent a decade or more writing a book and want to finally publish it. Yet, others of you have been waiting for your published books to sell and now want to commit to making it happen. The fact that you are reading this and other useful, informative blogs is a GREAT start toward your success. <\/p>\n
Knowledge is definitely your friend. And the more information and resources you gather during your, hopefully, ongoing research, the more real your chances of success. <\/p>\n
But you want to start your study early. Ideally, you will understand what it takes to bring about a potentially successful nonfiction book even before you start writing it. You\u2019ll understand that the well-researched, well-organized, book proposal is your key to writing the right book for the right audience. And you\u2019ll be well-aware of your options and obligations way before you actually delve into the serious realm of publishing.<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s my formula for publishing success:<\/p>\n
Whether the planned book is fiction or nonfiction<\/strong>: For Nonfiction<\/strong>: For Fiction<\/strong>: For Fiction and Nonfiction<\/strong>: Throughout the planning, writing, publishing and marketing process, continue to study and learn. Avoid isolating yourself from the information, resources and sound advice you need. Attend writer\u2019s conferences, join appropriate publishing groups and organizations, subscribe to some of the most informative, useful newsletters and read the most highly recommended books.<\/p>\n Here are my recommendations: I wrote my book, The Right Way to Write, Publish and Sell Your Book <\/em><\/strong>because I was meeting so many failed authors who had made costly mistakes. None of them studied the publishing industry, nor did they know what to expect before getting involved. They did not know their options, the possible consequences of their choices or their responsibilities as a published author. In this book, I do not tell you how to publish your book, I provide you with information, introduce and explain your options and help you to understand all that comes after the process of publishing. I pave the roads and you choose those that seem most logical for your project, based on your clear understanding\u2014not wishful thinking. Order this book here: http:\/\/www.matilijapress.com\/rightway.html<\/a> <\/p>\n I also suggest that you join SPAWN (Small Publishers, Artists and Writers Network) http:\/\/www.spawn.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Dues are $45\/year and, if you partake of all that we offer members each and every month, you will gain many times that amount in book sales, money saved, heartache avoided, and so much more. And you will quickly learn what I mean when I say that knowledge is absolutely key to your success as a published author.<\/p>\n I also teach online courses in writing a book proposal and book promotion. Check them out at http:\/\/www.matilijapress.com\/courses.htm<\/a> <\/p>\n Questions? Contact me at PLFry620@yahoo.com. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Sometimes I wonder what there is left to say about the process of writing, publishing and marketing a book. Yet, I, and many others, continue to write articles, add to our blogs, write books and go out and speak on these topics. Why? Because there\u2019s a new book idea conceived, a new book ready for […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[3],"tags":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t
\n\u2022\tStudy the publishing industry until you have a clear understanding of your options, the possible consequences of your choices and your responsibility as a published author.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\tWrite a book proposal. This will guide you in developing a book that is actually wanted\/needed and marketable. Through the book proposal process, you will learn your deep-down purpose in writing this book, your audience demographics, whether or not this book is a viable product and the best ways to promote it.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\tMost inexperienced fiction writers need some help developing their characters, moving their story along and so forth. That\u2019s why I recommend joining a writers\u2019 critique group during the writing process.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\tOnce you\u2019ve finished your manuscript, hire a good editor. Expect to pay anywhere from $800 to $3,000, depending on the word count and the condition of your manuscript. Be sure to choose an editor based on recommendations, references and reputation. <\/p>\n