#Self Published Books

📢 PSA TO WRITERS: Don’t self-publish without this information! If you’re considering self-publishing your manuscript but are still harboring a dream of traditionally publishing that book, read this first! Too often, I see writers who self-publish too early, only to regret that decision a year or two later. They then jump into major revisions and begin querying agents .. not realizing their already slim odds are now even slimmer :( The reality: 👇 - Most traditional publishers prefer first rights - Previously published books (including self-published and hybrid / vanity published) are harder to sell Why? Publishers want stories they can: - Introduce to the world - Market as new releases - Position as debuts And unless you have wildly successful self-pub stats, your self-pub sales may be a red flag for agents. 🚩 Yes, there are exceptions—books that ARE wildly successful when self published which then get picked up by traditional publishers (like Colleen Hoover’s “Slammed!”), but they’re incredibly rare. Going in with that as your goal is not the savviest path to success. It’s not about which path is “better” (traditional or self-pub) - it’s about keeping your options open! 🌟 My advice? If you’re unsure about your publishing path: 1. Don’t rush your publishing journey. 2. Take the time to make your story the best it can be *before* hitting publish, regardless of whether you’re aiming to self or traditionally publish. 3. If you’re dreaming of traditional publishing — query *before* self-publishing. 4. THEN consider self-publishing if that feels right and you are SURE you don’t want to traditionally publish this specific book (you can always query future projects!) Remember: Both paths can lead to success! Just make sure you’re making an informed choice for YOUR story. 📚✏️

Did you know these books were self published? Indie books and small press books are just as good — if not better — than all the other books out there.

What are the most common mistakes self-published authors are making when they format their books? #selfpublishedauthor #selfpublishing #indieauthorsofinstagram #indieauthorsofig

this took so many rehearsals and takes. apologies for my lack of enunciation at points I was stressinggg and also ran out of breath. anyways my debut fantasy novel The Dawn of Dissent is out on November 7th and preorder for ebook is available rn (paperback coming soon) link in bio!!!! . . . . . . . . . #fantasynovel #fantasybook #fantasy #author #fantasybooks #bookworm #books #fantasybook #indieauthor #writingcommunity #foryou #writing #fyp #foryoupage #bookstagram #writing #writersofinstagram #writer #writergram #authorgram #authorcommunity #bookish #bookobsessed #bookrecs #bookrecs #bookrelease #debutauthor #selfpublishedauthor #selfpublished #selfpublishedbook #selfpublishedbooks

did you know this about self-publishing? learn even more in my guide, “i self-published best-selling books and so can you.” comment GUIDE and i will send you a link directly. #howtoselfpublish #howtoselfpublishabook #selfpublishingabook #selfpublishingadvice #indieauthor #selfpublishing #selfpublishedauthor #selfpublishedbooks #selfpublishingauthor #howtocreateabook #writer #author #poet

Save this ✨✨ 1. Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) Pros: Massive Reach: Sell on Amazon easily. User-Friendly: Simple to use. No Upfront Costs: Pay only when you sell. Global Sales: Reach customers worldwide. Cons: Quality: Printing can vary. Limited Options: Fewer choices for book styles. 2. IngramSpark Pros: Top-Notch Quality: Good print and binding. Wide Distribution: Get into bookstores and libraries. Lots of Options: Customize sizes, formats, and covers. Bulk Discounts: Save on large orders. Cons: Complex Platform: Not the easiest to navigate. Higher Costs: More expensive upfront. 3. Blurb Pros: High Quality: Excellent prints and materials. Many Choices: Tons of book sizes and styles. Free Tools: Design your book easily. Creative Control: Perfect for art and photo books. Cons: Higher Costs: More expensive, especially for color books. Limited Reach: Smaller distribution network. Best for Niche Books: Great for art books, less so for general kids’ books. 4. Lulu Pros:Variety: Lots of book formats and bindings. Global Reach: Sell on major online stores. Good Quality: Reliable printing. Extra Services: Help with editing. Cons Higher Prices: Costly per book. Tricky Interface: Not the easiest to use. Slow Shipping: Takes longer to get your books. 5. BookBaby Pros: Good Quality: Good materials and prints. Global Distribution: Sell worldwide. Great Support: Helpful customer service. Cons: Higher Costs: More expensive services. Overwhelming Options: Lots of choices might be confusing. Choosing the right POD service depends on what matters most to you. For wide reach, go with Amazon KDP. For high quality, try IngramSpark or BookBaby. If you want lots of customization, check out Blurb or Lulu. And if you’re looking for ease and no upfront costs, Draft2Digital is also an option to consider If you have a story you want to bring to life into a stunning illustrated children’s book? DM for info 😊📕 #childrensillustrator #childrensillustrators #childrensbookillustrator #kidlitartist #kidlitillustrations #childrensbooks #childrenaillustration #selfpublishing #selfpublishedbooks #selfpublishedauthors #selfpublishedauthors

Putting this in reel form as well to make sure I don’t miss any Qs! Let me know your questions! I’ve had a lot of really good ones so far 😊 . (And don’t forget to check out Misunderstood Monsters before Halloween! 👻) . . . #childrensbook #childrensbookillustrators #childrensbookillustrator #childrensbookillustration #selfpublishing #selfpublished #amazonkdp #kidlitillustration #kidlitillustrator #kidlitartist #illustration #illustrator #picturebookillustrator #picturebookillustration

Happy pub day to The Handy Pandas by @byjamiemcmahon the tenth book published by my publishing company @mamabear_books These silly pandas with their sweet rhymes make the perfect bedtime story. Thank you @byjamiemcmahon for choosing us! It’s been a blast working with you and I’m so excited to see what’s to come! “We are more than a publishing company - we are a movement to raise readers, dreamers, and confident kids.” @authorashleywall #publisher #mompreneur #raisingreaders #childrenspicturebooks #kidspicturebooks

Books that have helped me grow spiritually stronger. Let me know if you have read any of these! #christianbooks #christianbookstagram #books #book #bookworm #bookish #booksbooksbooks #bookstagrammer #bookrecommendations #bookrecs

DAY NINE is a cozy magical mafia story written by a self published Cuban author, and I really enjoyed it! 📚: Guns & Scones by @darciawrites #bookstagram #fantasybooks #queerbooks #diversebooks #bookish #bookrecommendations #100daysqueerfantasy

Outsourcing as a children’s book author. As much as I love doing things myself, it’s much more efficient to share the load and see even bigger results. The graphic designer and virtual assistant mentioned is @thedavisdesignstudio_. The Amazon Ads manager no longer offers the service. I found the press release resource on Fiverr a few years back but her account no longer exists, I’ll try to find her again! #selfpublished #published #childrensbooks #atlanta

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