7 Common Mistakes of Self Publishing Authors

Self-Publishing authors commonly make the same mistakes. In this video, author Julie Broad, the founder of Book Launchers reveals the 7 most common mistakes she sees authors making. From DIY covers to not enough time set aside for marketing, there are common mistakes you will not want to make if you're writing, self-publishing, and promoting your own book.

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[DaleLRoberts]

3:36 This is the biggest mistake I see across the board. We’re all too fired up to get our book out that we forget people need to know about the book first. Excellent video, Julie!

[dereksilski]

It’s because of your videos that I’ve started playing the long game instead of rushing a book. I’m building my audience, planning the steps, and making sure everything is at its best.

[pamelabensen]

Wow! I hate to repeat myself, but I wish I'd found Book Launchers a year ago when I finished my book and started formatting it for self-publishing. I stopped counting the mistakes I made on my first book when I needed both hands. I'm now an avid fan and won't repeat these mistakes. Thanks Julie, I'll be watching all your videos this week.

[vincewarnock]

Great list Julie. The "not telling people about the book" is an interesting one. I found I had to force myself to tell people as imposter syndrome made me want to go quiet.

[deidrelockwood]

I always learn something listening to you. Starting today I'll be spending two hours a day to get my marketing plan put in place. Thank you so much.

[marsdelatour]

This video is helping me feel great about taking my time getting started. I told a friend I had a 5 year plan to write my book. With help from Book Launchers, it probably won’t take that long, but I’m going to get all my ducks in order first.

[womensfinancialempowerment]

This is some awesome advice and very timely for me. I have a book that’s just waiting to be printed and distributed. Now I’m glad that I’ve been taking my time with it and spreading the word about it more.

[mikecook_author]

It took me longer to “fix” issues with my s-p books than it did to write them.

[johnhenry]

Great video. I self-published my book with another publisher in 2017. Comments I received were very positive, but sales were poor and returns to me were absolutely abysmal. Have a 2020 edition of that book, Little Guide to Counselling Practice, ready to go, and hearing your comments about the 7 mistakes has made me think long and hard. Thank you.

[TheShaunHayes]

Julie I absolutely love this video. Thank you so much it really resonated with me today, perfect timing.

[christopherbourg]

Julie, thanks for making these videos. It will definitely help new authors avoid the mistakes many of us have made.

[TheShaunHayes]

Julie I absolutely love this video. It really resonated with me today, perfect timing. Thank you!

[KJ-zrko]

Always love your videos. They are always so full of information. I must admit I have never picked up a book and been turned off by the fact that a book is self published. Nor do I open a book to see who the publisher is unless I am doing research. Thanks for these helpful videos.

[fitzkoehler]

I freaking love you. I’m working on my next book and coming back to re-watch your old videos and check out your new videos. You are a godsend to self published authors. Thank you.

[rachelrobertson]

Wonderful insights, Julie! Thank you for making this video. Always enjoy the little touches you do with special effects. :-)

[DrBeeSpeaks]

I need you in my life. I am getting ready to launch. I haven’t made any of these mistakes- yet, I was on my way to rushing my launch. I would love to sign up for services to your website, I go. Thank you! 🌹

[Heather.vsgrny]

excellent info. I wrote my first ebook recently and it was a flop. I rushed it and pretty much did all the mistakes you listed in this video lol. Will definitely be doing some work on my process for my next book!

[getmoresales]

Hey Julie, Great video of the 7 common mistakes made when self publishing.

[melindareyes]

This video was extremely helpful to me. Thank you!

[angellipsbyannhaskin]

Thank you Julie! You have helped me so much with all your videos!