2. SOMETHING ABOUT Me Lisa Sabin-Wilson For more information please visit my website: www. lisasabin-wilson .com Contact c ontact@ewebscapes.com / @LisaSabinWilson / facebook.com/lisasabinwilson 1 I’ve written several books – every single on through Wiley Publishing, a large publishing house and my editor would rather I not consider self-publishing . I am working on it though! That’s why I’m here. Talking to you about self-publishing tools to help you make it easier, cost effective and successful! Lisa SabinWilson Book Expo America 2011
3. Self Publishing Resources Contact c ontact@ewebscapes.com / @LisaSabinWilson / facebook.com/lisasabinwilson 2 A Quick Peek Use online calendars that you can share with friends, family & colleagues. Organizing Online processors have come a long way over the years and there are some great options available to you. Writing photo If you’re having trouble sticking to a writing schedule, sign up for National Novel Writing Month. Writing on a Deadline photo A review of online companies who help you write, publish, print and sell your book. Publishing photo Offering print versions of your book can be somewhat expensive – prices vary among various online services. Printing photo Selling, distributing, syndicating and extending your book sales reach. Marketing Lisa SabinWilson Book Expo America 2011
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7. Get Writing online. Now that you have made the commitment and you are actually writing – you need a word processor, first and foremost. There are several offline products that you can use right on your computer - - but in this world of connectivity , having access to online tools is something you will find VERY helpful, especially if you travel or work remotely. 6 Online word processors have come a long way, baby . Contact c ontact@ewebscapes.com / @LisaSabinWilson / facebook.com/lisasabinwilson Lisa SabinWilson Book Expo America 2011
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10. Uneccessary but fun . The entire month of November, a group of crazy writers, worldwide, gather online to write a 50,000 word novel in 30 days . If sticking to a dealine is NOT your cup of tea, maybe a little collaboration, support and networking would help - - NaNoWriMo brings together writers from all over with the same goal in mind. Think of it as a support group for writers and use it to kick start your writing project . If you’re really a masochist – try the 3 Day Novel Contest at: http://3daynovel.com 9 National Novel Writing Month: http://nanowrimo.org Contact c ontact@ewebscapes.com / @LisaSabinWilson / facebook.com/lisasabinwilson Lisa SabinWilson Book Expo America 2011
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15. Get Published online 15 Lulu.com : http://lulu.com Contact c ontact@ewebscapes.com / @LisaSabinWilson / facebook.com/lisasabinwilson Cost for print books? Cheapest option appears to be around $3.50 / book. Want to print 100 books? $350.00 Lisa SabinWilson Book Expo America 2011
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17. Get Published online 17 Fast Pencil : http://fastpencil.com Contact c ontact@ewebscapes.com / @LisaSabinWilson / facebook.com/lisasabinwilson Free book writing service you only pay when you publish , distribute and order copies of your book. Lisa SabinWilson Book Expo America 2011
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19. Get Published online 19 Xlibris : http://xlibris.com Contact c ontact@ewebscapes.com / @LisaSabinWilson / facebook.com/lisasabinwilson Black & White or Full Color Book Printing Packages $499 – 14,999 Services include: Editorial, ISBN, Copyright registration, Cover design, choice of paper and binding Also eBook and Audio book formats available. Lisa SabinWilson Book Expo America 2011
20. Get Published online 20 CreateSpace : http://createspace Contact c ontact@ewebscapes.com / @LisaSabinWilson / facebook.com/lisasabinwilson Amazon.com service for authors, writers, musicians and filmmakers. Free sign up and account tools. No set up fees. Costs involve services such as editing, design, layout & marketing Lisa SabinWilson Book Expo America 2011
21. Get Published online 21 CreateSpace : http://createspace Contact c ontact@ewebscapes.com / @LisaSabinWilson / facebook.com/lisasabinwilson Basic Copyediting - $175 Advanced Copyediting - $190.00 PDF formatting– 169.00 – 300.00 Cover Design - $169 – 1,499.00 Marketing Services - $199 – 5,000 (Press release, review services, video book trailer, publicity kit, etc) Lisa SabinWilson Book Expo America 2011
22. Get Published online 22 CreateSpace : http://createspace Contact c ontact@ewebscapes.com / @LisaSabinWilson / facebook.com/lisasabinwilson Costs to publish on Create Space vary depending on book size, # of pages, color vs. b/w and any services you need. Basic set up is free. Package costs vary between $499 – 4,999.00 with a variety of services available to purchase as add on values. Lisa SabinWilson Book Expo America 2011
23. Get Published online 23 WordClay : http://wordclay.com Contact c ontact@ewebscapes.com / @LisaSabinWilson / facebook.com/lisasabinwilson DIY Publishing on your terms Sign up is free. Services include: Editorial, Design, Distribution, Marketing. ISBN and Channel Distribution costs $200. Lisa SabinWilson Book Expo America 2011
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25. Your Published … now what? 25 Contact c ontact@ewebscapes.com / @LisaSabinWilson / facebook.com/lisasabinwilson Unless you’ve purchased specific marketing and promotional services through your publishing partner, you are on your own for marketing . Get a free blog on WordPress.com to start writing about your book and promote yourself. Hook into social media such as Facebook and Twitter to start spreading the word about your book. Lisa SabinWilson Book Expo America 2011
26. Find my slides, along with the resource talked about today at: http://lisas.co/diy-author Thank you for coming… Contact c ontact@ewebscapes.com / @LisaSabinWilson / facebook.com/lisasabinwilson Lisa SabinWilson Book Expo America 2011