Steps I’m Taking in Self-Publishing
By Ruth Willms
Self-publishing can be very rewarding but it can also be a nightmare if you have not done your research properly. I did not have any knowledge or experience in this area at all so I chose to buy a self-publishing coaching package. It worked well for me. My coach and her graphic designer guided me through each procedure at my own pace.
Once I purchased the package, my coach discussed my book with me and informed me of the order of the process. I saved my manuscript in Microsoft Word and the graphic designer did the layout and design of my book. She informed me how to apply for my ISBN number and then she made the bar code. I chose my own editor and artist although she had a list of these that was available for me if I had so chosen. I wrote a short description of the book for the back cover. We discussed testimonials to put on the back cover, the cost of the book, and the category.
The graphic designer did a great job of incorporating my artist’s illustration on the front cover. After my editor and I had done all the corrections she formatted the book for the printers. She listened to my input throughout the whole procedure of laying out the book and designing the cover making it fit my schedule and ideas.
I am now waiting for a ‘proof copy’ of my book from the printers. Soon I will let you know where you can purchase a copy of my finished book, The Lion Tree. It is a Christian fantasy written for children 8- 13 years of age but I know you will want a copy of it also. I had several adults read it and it touched their hearts.
Ruth Willms is co-owner of WAHM-articles.com and author of the children’s novel, The Lion Tree.
