Are you really ready - not just your manuscript, but you - to self-publish? Here is a list of the most important things you must consider before getting into self-publishing. So, before you ignore the traditional publishing process, make sure you have the stamina for becoming your own publisher. Self-publishing is not a short cut to seeing yourself in print, or to success. If anything, it's more arduous and time-consuming than writing the book…
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Joseph C. Kunz, Jr. posted a blog postGetting A Big Name To Write Your Book’s Foreword: An Introduction For Self-Publishers
Getting a notable VIP, industry guru, or media celebrity to write the foreword for your book is a great way to jump-start bigger sales and get positive publicity for your book. If you are an unknown author, getting a notable leader in your field to write your foreword is essential if you want to get readers to take a chance on you and buy your book. Having your name associated with an industry leader will greatly enhance your credibility within your industry and with your readers.Forewords give…See More
Joseph C. Kunz, Jr. posted a blog post10 Signs That You Are Not Ready To Self-Publish
Are you really ready - not just your manuscript, but you - to self-publish? Here is a list of the most important things you must consider before getting into self-publishing. So, before you ignore the traditional publishing process, make sure you have the stamina for becoming your own publisher. Self-publishing is not a short cut to seeing yourself in print, or to success. If anything, it's more arduous and time-consuming than writing the book itself.1. You Believe That "If I Write It They Will…See More
Joseph C. Kunz, Jr. posted a blog postThe 10 Commandments To Becoming A Financially Successful Self-Publisher
1. Publish Ebook First: Start with an ebook (pdf and epub) first. This is the easiest and fastest way to get started. Creating an ebook first will also allow you to get some feed-back from your readers, and make adjustments to your book accordingly. After you get your ebook online and get all the kinks worked out, then add a print-on-demand paperback edition.2. Stick To Your Niche: Your book should be directly aligned with your market niche. For many self-publishers, success comes from focusing…See More
Joseph C. Kunz, Jr. posted a blog postThe Book Buyer's Decision-Making Process: A Guide For Self-Publishers
As a self-publisher you must understand how a potential customer will determine if your book is worth buying. Let's assume the buyer has already found your book on Amazon because they were looking for information about a subject that your book covers. They are getting ready to buy a book that they believe will help them learn something new and is worth their time and money. What must your book do to convince this person to ignore the other books and buy your book? I have outlined some crucial…See More
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Author, self-publisher, educator, infopreneur, small-business manager and marketing expert, husband, and father of twins. Life-long love affair with books and reading. Very excited about being part of the new media movement. Known for casual, easy-to-read writing style and ability to explain complex topics in an understandable way. Kunz likes to share all that he has learned about self-publishing and small-business management at KunzOnPublishing.com.
"If you are serious about your work you should self-publish. Retain creative control. Retain the profits. Enjoy the satisfaction and status that comes with being published."
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7 Amazon Tools To Help Market Your Book Like A Professional
Posted on May 21, 2013 at 5:27pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
As an author and self-publisher it is absolutely essential that you have a presence on Amazon. And luckily for us, Amazon provides many powerful ways to connect with potential readers and buyers. Even if you use a regular book-publishing company to publish your book, you will still need to have a presence on Amazon. Especially if you expect to sell any books. Amazon is the largest book retailer in the world. Amazon has more market presence, and more marketing…
Continue 7 Things Readers Notice When Picking Up A Book
Posted on May 21, 2013 at 5:13pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
If you have any hope of having your book achieve financial and critical success, you must understand how your readers (your customers), view your book (your product) when they first see it (online or on a shelf). Once you fully understand how your readers will perceive your book when they first see it, you can adjust your book accordingly.
In order to accomplish this, you must separate yourself from your personal feelings about your book, and think like the objective buyer…
Continue Getting A Big Name To Write Your Book’s Foreword: An Introduction For Self-Publishers
Posted on February 10, 2013 at 6:25pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Getting a notable VIP, industry guru, or media celebrity to write the foreword for your book is a great way to jump-start bigger sales and get positive publicity for your book. If you are an unknown author, getting a notable leader in your field to write your foreword is essential if you want to get readers to take a chance on you and buy your book. Having your name associated with an industry leader will greatly enhance your credibility within your industry and…
Continue 10 Signs That You Are Not Ready To Self-Publish
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Joseph, top of the milky way to you, and welcome to authors.com …from The Chuck-Master of Science Fiction Fantasy, romance, and mind curdling horror…
I write sci-fi fantasy novels filled with adventure, mystery, romance, drama, horror, and plenty of comedy… It's sci-fi for every adult human to enjoy. I'm also a well-known published poet. When you have a few free moments to spare, please check out my Authors page and a few of my videos and blogs. Many of my blogs consist of free to read enjoyable sci-fi stories that I reedited and united these twenty-two stories within an eBook titled: 'Epic Marvels'. One of my recent sci-fi novels is titled: 'They!' …which is somewhat related to the 1954 sci-fi classic movie, 'Them!'. …It's gaining worldwide popularity. I've just completed my next sci-fi mystery, titled: 'The Mysteries of Fuller Park'. A fun fiction story based on the eerie satanic urban legends of Fuller Park, within Athens, Texas, or it could be any small city in the world. My next novel is titled: 'It's Not A Lovable Pet Story!' LOL... It sure isn't another lovable pet story. Its Sci-fi fantasy horror at its best for delighting my many reading fans. Also, check out my famed 'Apollo Trilogy Novels'™… Thanks…
Please let me know if you'd like to become friends.
Zombie notes? In my newest sci-fi novel, I have alien robotic nano possessed zombies.
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Hi Chuck, Thanks for the welcome to authors.com. Your sci-fi stories sound great. I look forward to reading them. Joe
Welcome to you Joseph! :) Have fun. You’ve discovered a nice crowd here at Authors.com. We’d appreciate it if you could drop by this thread and share how you came across us. :)
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