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I am now ready to publish my second book and would like to self publish this time. I used a POD company in the past and although they do good work, I'm having to purchase my own books and then sell them which gives me very little profit. Any tips?

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Thanks!
I've been spending some time tonight digging into the links you provided. Thanks again for the info, I'm learning a lot. I'm going to spend some time studying before I move forward.

Blessings!
Hi Savannah,

I'd like to suggest that you put on your business
minded hat.

Just like any other business you have to write out your
steps and processes. And as a published author you
are familiar with what is needed to have a book published.

Once you've completed your list then ask the right
question: What do I need to do? The How, When, Where,
and Why will follow suite.

* So research printers (request samples)
* Research book cover designers
* Obtain your business license
* Obtain your ISBN
* Be sure you have obtained the right for any quotes (lyrics. . .)
... then more.

Oh, check out Dan Poynter's book on the how to
of becoming a publisher.

I find it fulfilling! ;o)

Continue to make this your day!


Live Life to Leave a Difference,
C.F. Jackson


http://www.CFJackson.com

Thanks so much, that is great advice. I hope to one day help other up and coming authors get their work published as well. So, a business plan will be most valuable. What about an accountant/book keeper, would you recommend that as well?
Hi Savannah,

I'd like to suggest obtaining
a quality CPA. A CPA is the
foundation of a business structure.

I would like to suggest reading
The E-Myth: Revisited.

Continue to make this your day!



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Live Life to Leave a Difference,
C.F. Jackson

http://www.CFJackson.com
Thanks for being so helpful to me on this new journey. It is such a blessing to have authors like you who are willing to mentor. I'll check that book out and the CPA as well. I also plan to look into my business lic. within the next couple of weeks.

Be blessed!
The E-Myth is a good read indeed. I like the Snapvine voice box you used. I'm going to give it a try.
Thanks again for your advice, I'll keep you posted.

Peace
Greetings Savannah,
In my book How to Self-Publish for Profit I walk you through the steps on how to self-publish your own book. The information is the same that I use to publish my own books. In addition, we print books for writers, authors and independent book publishers.

Click on the image below to get more details about self-publishing your own book. You'll do very well publishing your book as long as you have a burning desire, a practical written plan and back that plan by daily execution.

RSS Self-Publish Feed

How to Self-Publish for Profit Seminar
Free and Open to the Public -Seating is Limited
Monday, June 16, 2008
West End Library
525 Peeples St.
Atlanta, GA 30317
Doors Open 5:45PM

For directions call
404-752-8740
How to Self Publish for Profit by JaWar
Hey now! Thanks for the info. You seminar sounds wonderful and informative. Unfortunately, I don't live in Atlanta. Is your book available on line?

Thanks!
Yes, Savannah J,

My book How to Self Publish for Profit is available online. Click here for full details.

You may want to visit Make Money Self Publishing for other information on publishing your own ebook.

GOJAWAR.COM
Thanks, I'm out of town at the moment, but when I get home, I'll definitely check out both suggestions when I get home.

Savannah

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