These are some very basic ideas for marketing your self published book. Theres been a lot of talk on this site about why editing is important to the quality of selfpublished books, and how. Then, in the future, a traditional publishing house may be more willing to take you on for your. Editing your self published book bookstand publishing. I got this book to help me write more effectively in my dissertation, but i think the material would be useful for many different types of writing. How to find an editor as a selfpublished author jane friedman. The book publishing industry is going through a huge transition. Its easier than ever to get a book out into the world. In my 30 years as an editor in the traditional book publishing world, ive seen. Why you need an editor for your selfpublished book and. I sent it to an editor, but he said he cant edit it when. There were at least 650,000 books self published just last year and.
Even though readers have discovered how awesome many selfpublished books are, the book. With a few key steps, an author can build a loyal following, get the word out about his or her work, and get. I have noticed errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Five simple ways to promote your selfpublished book. Tips for getting your submission noticed blydyn square books. How to edit your own work before you selfpublish your book. Editing your selfpublished book self publishing advisor.
No matter your style of writing, you should plan on having an editor before releasing your work. The term usually refers to written media, such as books and magazines, either as an ebook. If youre one of many authors who have selfpublished a book and you want to get that book into bookstores, have a plan and persevere. If you turn it over to an editor after the first draft, the editor may unwittingly snip away some prize blooms along with the dead wood. Is it possible to get yourself and your book into the public eye without an enormous budget. As any good guide to selfpublishing will tell you, your book must be well written and well editedand that, by the way, means more than just proofreading. If all else fails, you can edit your own work by leaving about a week before rereading anything you have written. So ive put together a little summary on how i selfedit my manuscripts. Amazons createspace to cut author services this year.
But when you selfpublish, you take on all the responsibilities that a traditional publisher usually would, including marketing the book, soliciting. Indie author teymour shahabi explains how to find an editor for the draft of your selfpublished book and what to look for in a good editing. A few editing mistakes can ruin the reading experience for future fans, and waste all the time and money you spent on promotion and design. A preedit checklist to help you self edit your book. How to hire the right editor for your selfpublished book. Moira allen is the editor of, and has written nearly 400 articles, serving as a columnist and regular contributor for such publications as the writer, entrepreneur, writers digest, and byline. Why editurz arr kneaded by rick helley, guest blogger and senior editor at bookstand publishing i came across this rather amusing item on page 12 of the may 7, 2010, issue of the week magazine. What every selfpublisher ought to know about editing the book. Pick up other tips for getting your book noticed from book marketing expert penny. My book was written and designed and ready to go to a printer, but somebody warned me that it needed editing. Selfpublishing boom boosts freelance editing services. To level the crowded playing field of printed books and ebooks, selfpublished authors need highquality creative services including. Selfpublishing is a great way to get your book into the world. To create this article, 14 people, some anonymous, worked to edit and improve it over time.
Even though you may feel like you have written the greatest book ever, i assure you there are mistakes. When i originally published the first novel in the conjurors series in 2011, i had no concept of self publishing. Editing your book is one of the most important steps of the process. One of the biggest criticisms of selfpublished books is their lack of editing. All the resources you need to publish a book are available you. Marketing your selfpublished book how to get noticed. This step can be easily overlooked in selfpublished books, to their. While it may not turn into a bestseller, you will have the satisfaction of readership and local. But at this delicate stage, you are the best person to edit your own work.
What every selfpublisher ought to know about editing. For a selfpublished author, marketing the book can be more important than writing it. The most important factor that affects your relationship with your editor is your. I finished writing my book like 3 months ago but it i heard problem editing it. Even if you have great editing, and a great cover, and a print copy, the public. But, encouraging you to complete your first draft is just the beginning of what a good editor can do for you. I went over my work three or four times in the end, and i still spotted. Tips for getting your submission noticed when youre a struggling. How to find an editor as a selfpublished author jane.
Keep in mind, this is my ideal process, but its very time consuming so i rarely get to do this thanks to deadlines. Its the only way i can keep my sanity during the editing process, especially right when i start. If you can afford to selfpublish your first few books, you can use them to strengthen your reputation as a writer. Some editors are professional writers, but every single one of them is a professional reader. Thats why too many selfpublished books look selfpublished. In 2012 there were more than 391,000 selfpublished books, according to bowker, which provides the numeric book identifiers known as isbn numbersup from 3,036 in 2010. Print off your manuscript, then take the printout with a red pen and head to your most comfortable chair. How to release or rerelease your first selfpublished novel.
Ricardo has noticed a career trajectory for editors on reedsy. Where to find an editor for a selfpublished book self. Selfpublishing is the publication of media by its author without the involvement of an established publisher. I selfpublished via kickstarter and amazon kindle, and am negotiating my way through.
For the purpose of the article, well be focusing solely on the kindle direct publishing platform in other words amazon. To release a selfpublished book without having first engaged an editor will be a lesson in embarrassment. Theyll just put the book up on one of those websites, and then sit back. As with the local media, see what angles you can find that connect with the magazine in question, as this will make it easier for the journalist to decide if its worth running.
The book does an excellent job of providing both general. Readers can mistake editing mistakes as a lack of care for the piece, and you can miss. While it may not turn into a bestseller, you will have. When i ran a poll a few months back, asking what subjects wordplayers would like me to write about, one of your most frequent requests was for more info on how i selfedit my novels. These are some very basic ideas for marketing your selfpublished book. Editing for authors offers selfpublished authors highquality, personalized book editing and selfpublishing services at prices that easily beat the large, impersonal pod companies. It was then i stumbled on this blog post which helped me a lot. Why you need an editor for your selfpublished book and how to find one by adam ellis may 4. If these are the things that editors use to evaluate manuscripts, then it is in my best. Selfpublishing your book is a team sport doing it right requires assembling a crew of talented. The greatest benefit of an editor is that he or she is not the author. You may find that editing in a new place will help to change your mindframe. Where to find an editor for a selfpublished book take a look at our editing packages here. Self editing for fiction writers has helped me understand why so many people get rejections from publishing houses.
As a writer, youre probably a voracious reader, but you can never be a true reader for your book. If you are thinking of selfpublishing your book, you will need to get your. Nonetheless, these types of advertising can be costly and difficult to learn and. In fact, not hiring an editor is one of the biggest mistakes a self published author could make.
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