Self Publishing VS Traditional Publishing (& which you should do)

While both self-publishing and traditional publishing end with your book available to readers, which version is the right fit? Some essential questions to consider are what is best for:

- Your book?
- Your career?
- You?

To equip you to answer these questions, Bella discusses the major differences between self-publishing and traditional publishing, the pros and cons, and your responsibilities for each method in the area of:

- Agents
- Publishers
- Writing
- Editing
- Cover design
- Marketing

Gathering as much knowledge as possible is crucial before deciding which route to pursue. The more informed you are, the better decision you can make. This is about your dream writing career, so it’s essential to make the best choice for you!

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[browniecheesecake]

Self is the best because no people can control my work and I can publish whenever I want! I am so lucky to have watched this video! Thank you 😊

[aleja.x]

I'm currently working on a book that I'm very proud of, I think that self-publishing is the way to go, honestly

[marlonappleton]

Thanks for the tip. Very helpful. Sel Publishing for me. Reason: Creative control and ownership.

[ja]

Traditional Publishing : The publishing company owns your book.
Me : NOPE

[geceergen]

I want the full creative control. Self-publishing will be the route for me!

[soverse]

I am 13 and writing a book and I feel like self publishing is way better for me I like to choose my way of doing things and my step dad is also publishing a book so I have a lot of help I’d say

[melbathompson]

Awesome video! I want the freedom to write my story they way I want it and how I want it portrayed to the world...self publishing is the way for me 🎉!!!

[AudreyC]

I finished writing a sequel and am in the midst of working on the 3rd and final. (Yes, it's a trilogy) If I ever decide to publish, I'd likely go down the 'self-publishing' route. The thought of someone taking full control over my stories that I've been working on for many years (The title, the *CHARACTERS* and possible more) doesn't sit well with me. Very unsettling. The other reasons is that self-publishing seems to be less hassel and the process doesn't take as long. Also, there's are no deadlines so you can work at your own pace. The cons aren't nearly as bad in my opinion. ♥

[EugeneLaBranch]

I would like to self publish. I am an independent man that likes to control everything. I have 3 novels in the process of being finished.

[serenaisaac]

SP for me. I use my writing as an escape and I wouldn’t want someone else controlling and putting that pressure on me. I can get feedback off my friends (who are very honest) and some followers. After all, it is a risk worth taking I think. My main goal is to know I have achieved something for me, which has always been a compilation of my writings in a book form

[naturetherapyfilms]

What I am surprised no one here talks about is the fact that the books coming from traditional publishing are more affordable compared with the ones self published. I love 1000% the idea of self publishing my books my self because like others say you have more control over your book indeed. The problem here is the fact that I have to sell my books more expensive to cover the publisher and Amazon, too. When I am ready I would love the idea of having a conversation with you guys here. You guys look like the perfect help and idea to make our dreams come true. I already have one of my books by using Blurb as a publisher and they take care the Amazon selling on their end. However, I would like to hatter more information with you guys for my next book, and if we both reach onto an agreement I will definitely would like you guys to help me through this process. In the meantime, I am working on gathering all the material needed to be better prepare when the right time arrive for my project. Thank you for your very well explained and professional vídeo. mARTin

[tinaswafford]

Only the Snob-factor is a reason to publish traditionally. You cannot be entered in some competitions unless you have been published traditionally. But if an author successfully self-publishes a quality book, then a traditional publisher may approach that author with a better deal than usual because the author has leverage. Self-publishing seems the best way for an author to me. I hope to do it.

[HCEmery-nwkc]

Self publishing. Thank you! This has been great! I have been trying to figure out which one is the best, and some places put both in odd lights. However the thought of changing parts of my characters to match what is selling was gut wrenching. There is sometimes good things to change, but my YA doesn't focus on cute girls and hot guys. Nor has a safe bet protagonist. This was great, and showed me where to place my focus. Thank you!

[rufusstephens]

Your video was very helpful. I am a professional speaker and I'm writing to augment my speaking career. Self publishing is attractive to me because of the timliness and the issue of control. Thanks for your great insight.

[wonderland]

Ive just finished my first book already nearly finished the sequel. I think self-publishing is the way for me because i like total control of my work. But with traditional publishing will be eariser to get it into store right? So already my audience will be larger. I have big big plans for this book, thats why im torn

[fahdb]

I'll go with traditional publishing as I just a school student and don't want lot's of money as well as responsibilities

[TheVortex]

Self-publishing for me. Main reasons: full creative control, most opportunity to get more royalties, and can write on my own time.

[johntenopir]

Working on the self-publishing route. Have non-fiction, sci-fi, and maybe a naval history book as well. I could be very busy.

[jbam]

I will be self-publishing. Thank you this was great advice.

[djwarrior]

Thank you. Self Publishing for creative control.