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WordClay – Self-Publishing Easy

Meg Meyer — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 19:03:30 +0000

Online Publishing companies are allowing authors to get their books in print faster and easier than ever. WordClay is another of these self-publishing sites.

With a user-centric process – they aim to make the process of going from idea to published manuscript easier than ever. Their six step process seems simple and intuitive.

When researching many self-publishing options available to you, be sure to check out what WordClay has to offer.

The Biggest Self Publishing Mistake

Meg Meyer — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 18:51:24 +0000

When you take on self-publishing a work of your own, be wary of some of the reasons that traditional publishing looks down on self-published books. While some of the reasons do not hold up in the current marketplace with some of the best sellers coming from the self-publishing marketplace.

One of the biggest mistakes I see authors make is not spell checking their own work and not hiring their own editor. – Meg Meyer

When your own name goes on the work, and it is YOU self-publishing – regardless of what printing or publishing company you work with – You, Mr. or Ms. Author, are responsible for the quality of your work. If you spend $1000, to have your book in print, and it comes out with a typo, a wrong word, or formatting issues – it is likely your own fault and $1000 down the drain.

People work hard for their money. They don’t want to spend $10-$20 a pop for a shoddy product. You might get your friends and family and possibly a few others to buy a copy. But if the work is poor – you lose the possibility of turning those buyers into fans.

So in your budget for your writing business, be sure to include time and money to ensure your book is perfect prior to printing. Then you can turn each new reader into a fan for life.

AuthorHouse – Self Publishing since 1997

Meg Meyer — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 18:29:36 +0000

My uncle published a few books using AuthorHouse. He found the experience easy, affordable, and pleasant.

Being around since 1997 – they have helped more than 40,000 authors self-publish their ideas into over 50,000 books. With pricing plans starting under $400 – you don’t have to break the bank to do a poetry book, or a family heirloom of stories to be passed down through generations.

Self Publishing something of your own can lead to success – just make sure you check & double check the quality of your work before you finalize the print!