First published 2014
Catherine Ryan Howard tackles self-publishing with brutal honesty in this third edition guide. She dismisses writers who see self-publishing as revenge against traditional publishing or a get-rich-quick scheme. Instead, Howard focuses on authors who view self-publishing as a practical Plan B or complement to traditional routes. Her approach emphasizes treating writing like a business while maintaining quality standards. The book covers everything from creating print-on-demand paperbacks and ebooks to actually selling them. Howard provides step-by-step instructions for formatting, uploading, building websites, and promotion. She avoids anti-publishing industry rhetoric and acknowledges that traditional and self-publishing can coexist. The guide targets writers who understand they must work hard to earn a living from writing, even if they don't need million-copy sales. Howard combines practical advice with humor, offering realistic expectations and concrete strategies for writers ready to approach self-publishing professionally.
Genres: business, self-help, writing, non-fiction, how-to
Vibes: fast-paced, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: practical, realistic
336 pages · Paperback · Createspace Independent Pub