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“This is a very thorough, detailed resource that is a must-have for anyone considering self-publishing a book” ~JaneAre you interested in self-publishing a book, but fear it is beyond your capabilities? When confronted with the confusing, multifaceted world of publishing, many authors make the assumption they aren’t capable of self-publishing, but nothing could be further from the truth!How to Self-Publish a Book: For the Technology Challenged Author is perfect for authors who have finished a wonderfully creative story, but are intimidated by the next steps. The step-by-step, friendly format will make it easy for you to shake off the anxiety of the unknown and find your way safely and quickly to the fun and profits of self-publishing.Many books on publishing focus only on Amazon. This book helps you understand the full range of choices available to all authors.Author & Technical Trainer Barb Drozdowich, has worked with non-technical authors for years and understands how to break complex topics down using non-technical language. She has traditionally published and self-published a total of 27 books and understands all of the various iterations of publishing. Barb cuts through all the technobabble to teach you what you need to know to successfully self-publish your book in a down-to-earth and practical way.Some of the skills you will learn from this book include:How to find an editor & cover designerWhat an ISBN is and where to get one for the country you live inHow to structure and format your bookWhere you can sell your book, how to set up all the retailer accounts, and how to get paidWhat real numbers tell us about book salesWhat to look for in a self-publishing company and how to decide if it’s the right option for youYou will also have access to a huge appendix filled with articles for further reading, lists of helpful videos, lists of distributors, a multi page glossary and much more. Don’t let your struggles with technology hold you back from self-publishing. Let Barb help you to learn the language and move forward into the self-publishing world with confidence. "As a first time novelist who is also a techno-phobe, this book was just what I needed." ~Susan"It's easy to read and is packed with well researched information as well as practical advice." ~Willy"I expected to find surface level information about self-publishing a book but I was pleasantly surprised when that was not the case. Not only it's useful, currently applicable and wasy to read, but also fun." ~Lady Elizabeth
