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How to Self Publish Your Ebook Online

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Is that novel of yours collecting virtual dust as it sits unread in a computer folder because the big publishing companies failed to see the value of it? Then consider publishing it as an ebook for distribution through Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) service.

Publishing ebooks has made formerly unknown authors like Amanda Hocking, author of the published ebooks, The Trylle Triology, a millionaire, and there are many other self-publishing ebook authors offering novels for Kindle and other ereaders.

Amanda Hocking, for example, went from an unknown, 20-something writer of paranormal romance, rejected by the New Yorkpublishing companies, to best-selling author of hundreds of thousands of self-published ebooks using KDP. By the time she turned 26 years old, Hocking had published ebooks such as The Trylle Triology, the My Blood Approves series, and Hollowland.

“So I had no money, and I said to my roommate, “I’m going to sell books on Amazon through Kindle, and I bet I can make at least a couple hundred bucks by the end of the summer to go to Chicago,” Hocking wrote on her blog, ( http://amandahocking.blogspot.com/ ), explaining how she began publishing and selling ebooks for Kindle using Amazon’s KDP services.”I mean, it was just me, publishing books on the Internet.”

You can do it to, and here’s how.

    • Write your novel. It can be any genre, but it should be completely edited. Read and re-read. Grammatical errors can turn readers off. You may have written a very good book, but if readers are turned off by it, then they may not become repeat customers.

 

    • After you have finalized your novel, your next goal should be to publish it as an ebook. Sure, writing is not always about the money, but everyone has bills to pay. So write for the love of it, but think about how you can generate income that will allow you to keep writing and entertaining your fans.

 

    • Setup a KDP account, which includes payment information, and properly format your document, then access your account to create a title. Setup the KDP account by going to www.Amazon.com and clicking the “Self Publish With Us” link.

 

    • From there, ebook publishing begins to get fun as you provide Amazon with product details, upload and preview the ebook content, confirm publishing rights, and most importantly, enter the pricing and royalty information.

 

  • Follow the startup of ebook publishing with merchandising, and as Kindle readers purchase your published ebook, you simply manage your sales and publish another ebook, all using Amazon’s KDP services for publishing ebooks.

Lee Boggs is an ebook specialist with a master’s degree in journalism from the University of Missouri. You can read his other articles at http://www.eBooksAndCoffee.com.

Author: Lee Boggs
Article Source: EzineArticles.com
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The Book of Esther: A Story of Love and Favor Available on Amazon

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The Second Book in the Daily-Bible-Reading Series is now available on Amazon:
The Book of Esther: A Story of Love and Favor
By: Deborah H. Bateman
Check it out at:
http://tinyurl.com/74xne2o

Be sure to check out the beautiful reviews of the book

I hope you enjoy reading it and studying The Book of Esther

May God bless you all!

The Book of Esther: A Story of Love and Favor

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I am so excited to announce to you that The Book of Esther: A Story of Love and Favor has been downloaded to Amazon and should be available tomorrow. It is a Daily-Bible-Reading Study of The Book of Esther. It contains 18 lessons consisting of: a commentary, the daily Bible Scripture, the prayer of the day, and a few thoughts to ponder which I call things to think about. It is a book about love, God’s favor, and a bit of history. I really enjoyed studying The Book of Esther every time I went through it. I am sure you are anxious to get your copy, so help me keep an eye out for it on Amazon. Let me know when you spot it on Amazon. Let’s see who will buy the first copy!

How to Publish Your Informational Book, Part 3 – Self Publishing

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In previous installments of this series, I described the four basic methods of publishing your information book – Traditional Publishing, Self-Publishing, Print-on-Demand, and eBook – and wrote at length about the pros and cons of Traditional Publishing. In this article we’ll look in depth at the next method: Self-Publishing.

Self-Publishing is a topic that is near and dear to my heart, because that is the method I chose more than eight years ago when I published my first fiction book. It required a steep learning curve, but became profitable quickly, and in fact, I have since self-published five more books, all of which sold well and continue to sell well.

Here’s what you need to know:

Self-Publishing essentially means that you take on the role of publisher as well as author. And with this new role comes a long list of new tasks, and a whole new set of people that you need to interact with. You are responsible for supervising the book printing, the cover, the layout and artwork, the paperwork for procuring an ISBN number (the number that’s required to create the bar code, so that your book can be sold in retail stores and online), shipping, storage, distribution, and more.

It can be a pretty daunting list.

So why in the world would someone want to take on all that responsibility? Because the list of positives is even longer. Here are a few of the main benefits to Self-Publishing:

1. Guaranteed Publication – 99% of all manuscripts submitted to editors and publishers are rejected. Unless your subject has instant mass appeal, your chances for publishing your informational book are even higher. Instead of trying to please some faceless editor or publisher, why not let the buying public determine if you have a winner or not?

2. Speed – If you want to get a book out quickly, or if you are dealing with time sensitive material, then self-publishing is the way to go. Unlike traditional publishing processes which can take a year or more to complete, a self-published book can go from completed manuscript to physical book in as little as 30 days.

3. Control – Self-Publishing gives you the ability to create your perfect vision exactly as you see it. Cover art, subject matter, tone and feel… it’s all up to you, and no one can overrule your decision. When you work with a traditional publisher, it is a constant negotiation, and the author rarely wins.

4. Money – Samuel Johnson once said, “No man but a blockhead ever wrote, but for money.” If the purpose of your book is to bring in cash, than self-publishing may be your best option. The reason is simple: since you are your own publisher, you get to keep all the money. For example, if I print a book for $2.23, and sell it for $10, the difference – $7.77 – is mine to keep. Contrast that with traditional publishing, where royalties can often measured in pennies.

When I released my first self-published children’s adventure, I generated more profit in the first few months than other authors I know generated in years. And I did it not because I sold more books, but rather because I made far more profit on each book that I did sell.

Self-Publishing is not for everyone. It takes an entrepreneurial mindset and a love of learning new things beyond just authoring a book. Yet, in many cases, it can be the fastest, more profitable way to get your book to market.

Understanding all of your publishing options certainly brings you one step closer to a successful book. But nothing happens until you can interest people in buying it. So what should you do next? What can you do to entice people to try your book? These are exactly the questions I’ve spent the last 10 years researching, and you can find out the answers by visiting me at http://www.FictionSecrets.com. Download a 30-page report and receive a 5-day eCourse covering this subject.

Kevin Franz is a successful fiction author and online marketer. For more than twenty years he has made his living putting words to paper, and he has helped thousands create their first written works. He is currently showing internet marketers how to incorporate the techniques of great fiction into their online sales efforts. You can find the details on his blog – http://www.kevinfranz.wordpress.com.

Author: Kevin Franz
Article Source: EzineArticles.com
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eBook, PDF, and EPUB: What Is The Difference? A Guide for Self-Publishers

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What is an eBook?
Ebook is short for “electronic book”. An eBook is simply a book that has been formatted so that it can be read on a screen. Until recently, eBooks were typically limited to being read on computer screens and the larger reading devices. Now, more than ever before, eBooks are being developed exclusively for the screen, and not for print. But now, the term eBook is being used as a generic term for any electronic book, whether it is in the PDF format or EPUB format. The term “eBook” will remain with us even after the EPUB format becomes the standard for the publishing industry.

Open Format Vs. Closed Format
You must understand the difference between “open format” and “closed format”. “Open format” means that a wide range of reading devices can display the publication. Most reading devices use an open format – such as the eReading device from Barnes & Noble. “Closed format” means that the publication can only be read on the device that it was downloaded onto. Amazon’s Kindle uses a closed format, which means that publications purchased for the Kindle cannot be read on any device other than the Kindle.

What is PDF?
PDF is short for “portable document format”. It is a computer program that formats a document to make it easier for computers to share the documents while still retaining the original formatting (fonts, text, images, etc.) – almost like a photocopy of the original document. PDF is the default format for static documents. The PDF document is indifferent to the device that it is displayed on or the operating system (Apple/Microsoft) that is used. It is the standard way for people (businesses, colleagues, clients, students, etc.) to share electronic documents – and will continue to be for the foreseeable future. Until recently, exporting a publication to PDF was the traditional way to create eBooks. The problem with eBooks created with PDF is that they can be difficult to read on a small screen, such as on a cell phone, because the text and images don’t flow gracefully enough to be read on a small screen.

What is EPUB?
An EPUB is short for “electronic publication format”. It is a computer program that formats a document to make it easier for computers and small-screen devices to display readable text – it makes the text adapt to every screen size. It can do this because it is similar to a web page; and an eBook reader is similar to a web browser. EPUB is the default format for re-flowable documents. The EPUB format is quickly replacing PDF as the standard for eBooks. PDF will remain the standard for document sharing for MS Word and Excel documents, for example. EPUB is becoming the publishing industry standard because it was designed to make a book’s content “reflowable” irrespective of the size of the screen of the eBook reader, portable/mobile device, or computer screen. The most important point is that EPUB is becoming the standard “open format” for the publishing industry and quickly becoming the standard for most reading devices.

What Does This Mean For a Self-Publisher?
As a small publisher it is essential that you prepare all of your publications for print and screen. You will need to be very familiar with both PDF and the EPUB format. Fortunately, there is only a very small learning curve to become familiar with each format. With a little effort it shouldn’t be too hard to learn about, understand, and use both formats. But learn them you must, because PDF is essential to running your publishing business, and EPUB is becoming the standard format for eBooks within the publishing industry.

Joseph C. Kunz, Jr. is an author, publisher, educator, business manager, and entrepreneur. 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. “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.” Visit Kunz’s blog at http://KunzOnPublishing.com/ an insider’s guide to becoming a financially successful and happy self-publisher.

Author: Joseph C Kunz, Jr
Article Source: EzineArticles.com
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