How to Self Publish a Book (everything you need to know as an indie author)

Does the self publishing process seem overwhelming? The idea of handling every aspect of the publishing process can seem mind boggling, but it's also the best part of indie publishing: having total control to bring your vision to your book to life. Luckily, it doesn't have to be as overwhelming as it might seem on first glance. Let's look at every step of the self publishing process so you're armed with everything you need to know to publish a book!

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Knowing Your Market:
Hiring an Editor:
Book Design:
Distribution:
Marketing:

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
1:24 - Write the book
3:23 - Hire an editor
5:30 - Work with a designer
6:40 - Format for ebook and print
8:43 - Pick your platform
9:16 - Price your book
10:42 - Self publish!

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[pratheesh]

I am a writer from India. I write in Malayalam, a local language of a southern part of India. I watch your videos regularly. It always motivate me to write.

[danielbacon]

One big hole in this video is pricing—for editing, designing, and printing. This can vary widely, mostly depending on the length of the manuscript. For editing, for instance, the price is usually based on the number of words, so a range of cost per word would be helpful for first time self-publishers to create a rough budget.

Designing usually depends on how fancy a cover the author wants and what a designer usually charges. Printing cost depends on size and length of book and number of copies. For both of these, there are typical ranges.

This video could have helped authors put together a rough budget before they begin the process, especially since Reedsy offers many of these services.

[Hurlburton]

All of this information there's no doubt you will know how to publish your own book Great job providing need all information and then more

[brenda]

On KDP, I noticed that under distribution, it wont allow me to select all of them because supposedly they're unavailable, so I can only check on US. How can I have more distributors deliver my books worldwide?

[Murderface]

I like your hair in the "Is KDP Select Right for You" video. Reminds me of the Pippi Longstalking theme song for some strange reason. 🥰 Now that song is in my head all day🤣

[guyfawkes]

And the award for most irritating voice goes to...