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    Self-Publishing Simplified
    Self-Publishing Simplified
    Self-Publishing Simplified
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    Self-Publishing Simplified

    By Brent Sampson

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    What if publishing a book was easier than reading one? Now it is! Self-Publishing Simplified offers step-by-step instructions for self-publishing your book conveniently and affordably.

    * Paperbacks, e-books, and hardbacks (with or without dust jackets)
    * Unlimited copies provided to Ingram and Baker & Taylor on-demand
    * Single ISBNs and Bookland EAN barcodes
    * On-line availability at Amazon, etc.
    * Order processing and fulfillment

    Plus professionally designed book interiors and covers.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherOutskirts Press
    Release dateJan 28, 2011
    Self-Publishing Simplified
    Author

    Brent Sampson

    Brent Sampson is the president and CEO of Outskirts Press, Inc., located in Parker, Colorado and online at www.OutskirtsPress.com. Featuring advanced on-demand technology and unprecedented flexibility, Outskirts Press simplifies the self-publishing process by offering turn-key publishing packages that combine the best aspects of traditional and alternative publishing. An accomplished entrepreneur and writer, Brent Sampson is the author of Publishing Gems: Insider Information for the Self-Publishing Writer and Self-Publishing Simplified.

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      Self-Publishing Simplified - Brent Sampson

      SELF-PUBLISHING Simplified

      Experience Your Publishing Dreams

      By Brent Sampson

      Smashwords Edition, Published by Brent Sampson

      Copyright 2010 Brent Sampson

      Smashwords Edition, License Notes:

      This ebook is licensed for your personal enjoyment only.  This ebook may not be re-sold or given away to other people.  If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each person you share it with.  If you’re reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then you should return to Smashwords.com and purchase your own copy.  Thank you for respecting the hard work of this author.

      INTRODUCTION

      Do you agree that choosing the right words can sometimes be difficult? Thank goodness for the thesaurus. As a writer, I would be lost without it. The thesaurus is an invaluable tool assisting in the success of my craft.

      When Peter Mark Roget first published the thesaurus in 1852, die-hard dictionary purists most likely refused to recognize its value. Now the thesaurus and dictionary coexist in harmony. No one thinks twice about using whichever one is appropriate.

      It would be silly to enter into a debate about which is better, the dictionary or the thesaurus. They serve different functions. If I want a definition of a word, I use a dictionary. If I want a better word, I turn to a thesaurus.

      Think of full-service self-publishing as a thesaurus. Those big publishing houses in New York are the dictionaries. One isn’t better than the other; they are just different. But all writers, even dictionary purists, would do well to consider using both.

      Sure, I still reach for the dictionary and I submit most of my books to those New York publishers first. I keep trying because I share that elusive dream of fame, fortune, and Oprah!

      Guess what? Old-fashioned publishers reject 98% of the books submitted to them. Picking up that dictionary becomes increasingly difficult when a paper cut is waiting at the end. Even finding the motivation to write becomes harder. The simple fact is that most writers never get published by a traditional publisher. Sadly, they stop writing as a result.

      That is why I started a full-service self-publishing company. I wanted a thesaurus for the publishing world. We help writers get published, and we help them make money from their writing. Most importantly, we motivate them to continue writing and pursuing their publishing dreams in spite of the paper cuts.

      We all know the main advantage to self-publishing is actually getting published, but what are some other advantages? How about keeping the rights to your book, maintaining all creative control, and setting your own retail price and profit? Imagine doing all this without the hassles and headaches inherent in self-publishing on your own.

      What are some typical self-publishing headaches? Getting an ISBN number, getting a barcode, finding a cover designer, finding an interior layout artist, and then paying thousands of dollars to print thousands of books. The independently self-published authors I know all have boxes of books in their garage and park their cars on the street. They believe excess inventory and storage overhead is a foregone conclusion.

      It does not have to be that way.

      Excessive print-runs are only part of the problem. The majority of independently self-published authors find it nearly impossible to secure distribution through book wholesalers like Ingram and Baker & Taylor. As a result, they are left with thousands of unsold copies and without an effective way of getting their books into the hands of readers.

      Close your eyes for a moment and imagine immediate wholesale distribution through Ingram and Baker & Taylor, with online availability through Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Imagine selling books through all those outlets without incurring any additional out-of-pocket printing costs or worrying about invoicing or fulfillment. Imagine having your own author webpage that you can update whenever you want without special programming knowledge. Imagine receiving royalty checks for book sales that are paid on time every quarter. And, imagine printing your book only when you need some copies for marketing purposes, in quantities as low as five at a time.

      Now stop imagining and start publishing with Outskirts Press. If you have become disillusioned with the old-fashioned publishing industry or simply want to use full-service self-publishing as a stepping stone toward traditional publication, Outskirts Press can help you. Get published today and take back control of your writing career. We look forward to publishing your book.

      Sincerely,

      Brent Sampson

      President & CEO

      ABOUT THIS BOOK

      Self-Publishing Simplified - A Case Study

      This book is an example of what is possible at Outskirts Press. Here is how we did it:

      QUICK START GUIDE

      STEPS

      1. Visit www.OutskirtsPress.com and click the Publishing Packages tab. From the selection of choices, add the free e-book guides to your shopping cart. We only need your first name and email address. Or assign your Publishing Consultant right away if you prefer.

      2. Either way, your free Publishing Center will be created automatically, and includes free resources. You can begin the publishing process at any time by requesting your Production Team or by selecting your Publishing Package from the choices.

      3. Assigning your Production Team requires a $35 deposit that is included in the cost of your publishing package and is fully refundable if we do not accept your book. No extra cost and no risk! Your Publishing Consultant will create your Custom Publishing Profile.

      4. Or you can skip directly to selecting your Publishing Package and paying for it securely online with a credit card. We can also help you order your Publishing Package over the phone toll free at 888-672-6657. Either way, your Publishing Consultant is assigned to help you personally.

      5. Once your package payment is received, the pre-production process begins immediately in your Publishing Center, beginning with format selection. Do you want a paperback, a hardback, or both? This is where you tell us...

      6. Next comes the really fun part, where you choose the cover design for your book. We offer Custom Cover choices or a wide variety of customizable cover themes that are included with your package. Some packages allow you to submit your own print-ready PDF file, provided it follows our specs.

      7. You select your interior options next. We offer standard interior book formatting included with all our packages. We also offer fully

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