{"id":810,"date":"2016-09-08T09:40:54","date_gmt":"2016-09-08T09:40:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/refiction.com\/?p=810"},"modified":"2022-05-30T15:41:24","modified_gmt":"2022-05-30T15:41:24","slug":"the-ins-and-outs-of-self-publishing","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/refiction.com\/articles\/the-ins-and-outs-of-self-publishing","title":{"rendered":"The Ins and Outs of Self-Publishing"},"content":{"rendered":"

You\u2019ve agonized over your manuscript, editing every sentence to perfection. You can\u2019t wait to give copies to your friends and family. But how do you turn that file on your computer into a tangible or digital book?<\/p>\n

The fastest method is self-publishing. Here\u2019s how it works.<\/p>\n

What is Self-Publishing?<\/h2>\n

Self-publishing means producing your book independently, without involving a publishing house. In self-publishing, you\u2019re responsible for every step of the production process, though you may certainly purchase the necessary services at each point.<\/p>\n

With self-publishing, money flows in two directions. First, the writer pays to have the book formatted, copyrighted, and printed or digitally produced. Only then does the writer recoup these expenses by book sales\u2014or so one hopes!<\/p>\n

There is no guarantee that the sum of your efforts will generate profit. You might invest a lot in putting your book out there, and sales might then disappoint. If you\u2019re deeply concerned about this situation, you may want to try\u00a0trade publishing<\/a>\u00a0instead.<\/p>\n

The Stages of Self-Publishing<\/h2>\n

Self-publishing has many steps, which may seem daunting. But remember, many writers master the process and happily produce their own books.<\/p>\n

You have several production options for your book, and the stages vary accordingly. You may combine any of these methods:<\/p>\n