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Self-Publishing with Amazon
This boxed set includes 4 full-length, detailed guides to self-publishing (628 pages in all). These take you step-by-step through formatting (largely geared toward Microsoft Word), publishing (with CreateSpace and Kindle), marketing, and much more.
Book 1: How to Self-Publish a Book on Amazon.com
Book 2: A Detailed Guide to Self-Publishing with Amazon, Vol. 1
Book 3: A Detailed Guide to Self-Publishing with Amazon, Vol. 2
Book 4: Formatting Pages for Publishing on Amazon with CreateSpace
Added Content: Articles on Self-Publishing (from the Author's Blog)
BOOK 1: HOW TO SELF-PUBLISH A BOOK ON AMAZON.COM:This book begins with the decision to self-publish or traditionally publish, moves onto important information on developing the concept and researching the book's potential, provides a thorough discussion of formatting and designing the book interior and cover in both Word 2003 and 2010, describes how to convert the Word document to PDF, shows how to publish both paperback and e-book editions, and concludes with a detailed introduction to marketing that both novices and experienced authors will find informative and helpful.
BOOK 2: A DETAILED GUIDE TO SELF-PUBLISHING, VOLUME 1: Find highly detailed try-it-yourself, walk-you-through-it tutorials for how to use Microsoft Word 2010 (which is similar to Word 2007 and 2013) specifically with Windows to publish your book both as a paperback book and as an eBook. This includes:
How to use numerous formatting features (like page borders and bookmark hyperlinks).
How to convert the content file for your paperback book into an eBook.
How to format pictures and equations in an eBook with a variety of eReaders in mind.
How to minimize the eBook's file size.
How to draw your own pictures from scratch.
BOOK 3: A DETAILED GUIDE TO SELF-PUBLISHING, VOLUME 2: Find highly detailed instructions for how to edit, perfect, and market your books. Some of the specific topics include:
Several common mistakes in cover design and subtle pointers for perfecting the cover.
Premarketing strategies that you should be applying before you publish to give your book a headstart.
Using Roman numerals and Arabic page numbers, and different headings in each chapter in Word 2010.
Understanding how to interpret Amazon's sales rank and author rank.
A variety of tips for arranging and preparing for book readings and signings.
Learning the true meaning of marketing and how to apply it to effectively sell your books.
Using boldface, italics, linespaces, and bullets in your book description.
All about branding your book and your image as an author.
Setting up an AuthorCentral account, WordPress or Blogspot blog, and Goodreads author page.
BOOK 4: FORMATTING PAGES FOR PUBLISHING ON AMAZON WITH CREATESPACE:This self-publishing guide is focused on the details with which most self-published authors struggle. As such, the book provides in-depth coverage on formatting the interior file, yet is also concise by focusing on this one important topic. Get your formatting questions answered quickly and then get back to what you love most - writing, of course!
ADDED CONTENT: ARTICLES ON SELF-PUBLISHING (from the Author's Blog):
Formatting
Marketing
Publishing
Comical Relief
Book 1: How to Self-Publish a Book on Amazon.com
Book 2: A Detailed Guide to Self-Publishing with Amazon, Vol. 1
Book 3: A Detailed Guide to Self-Publishing with Amazon, Vol. 2
Book 4: Formatting Pages for Publishing on Amazon with CreateSpace
Added Content: Articles on Self-Publishing (from the Author's Blog)
BOOK 1: HOW TO SELF-PUBLISH A BOOK ON AMAZON.COM:This book begins with the decision to self-publish or traditionally publish, moves onto important information on developing the concept and researching the book's potential, provides a thorough discussion of formatting and designing the book interior and cover in both Word 2003 and 2010, describes how to convert the Word document to PDF, shows how to publish both paperback and e-book editions, and concludes with a detailed introduction to marketing that both novices and experienced authors will find informative and helpful.
BOOK 2: A DETAILED GUIDE TO SELF-PUBLISHING, VOLUME 1: Find highly detailed try-it-yourself, walk-you-through-it tutorials for how to use Microsoft Word 2010 (which is similar to Word 2007 and 2013) specifically with Windows to publish your book both as a paperback book and as an eBook. This includes:
How to use numerous formatting features (like page borders and bookmark hyperlinks).
How to convert the content file for your paperback book into an eBook.
How to format pictures and equations in an eBook with a variety of eReaders in mind.
How to minimize the eBook's file size.
How to draw your own pictures from scratch.
BOOK 3: A DETAILED GUIDE TO SELF-PUBLISHING, VOLUME 2: Find highly detailed instructions for how to edit, perfect, and market your books. Some of the specific topics include:
Several common mistakes in cover design and subtle pointers for perfecting the cover.
Premarketing strategies that you should be applying before you publish to give your book a headstart.
Using Roman numerals and Arabic page numbers, and different headings in each chapter in Word 2010.
Understanding how to interpret Amazon's sales rank and author rank.
A variety of tips for arranging and preparing for book readings and signings.
Learning the true meaning of marketing and how to apply it to effectively sell your books.
Using boldface, italics, linespaces, and bullets in your book description.
All about branding your book and your image as an author.
Setting up an AuthorCentral account, WordPress or Blogspot blog, and Goodreads author page.
BOOK 4: FORMATTING PAGES FOR PUBLISHING ON AMAZON WITH CREATESPACE:This self-publishing guide is focused on the details with which most self-published authors struggle. As such, the book provides in-depth coverage on formatting the interior file, yet is also concise by focusing on this one important topic. Get your formatting questions answered quickly and then get back to what you love most - writing, of course!
ADDED CONTENT: ARTICLES ON SELF-PUBLISHING (from the Author's Blog):
Formatting
Marketing
Publishing
Comical Relief
- GenresWriting
628 pages, Paperback
First published November 27, 2014
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About the author
Chris McMullen
181 books323 followersDr. Chris McMullen has over 20 years of experience teaching university physics in California, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, and Louisiana. Dr. McMullen is also an author of math and science books. Whether in the classroom or as a writer, Dr. McMullen loves sharing knowledge and the art of motivating and engaging students.
Chris McMullen earned his Ph.D. in phenomenological high-energy physics (particle physics) from Oklahoma State University in 2002. Originally from California, Dr. McMullen earned his Master's degree from California State University, Northridge, where his thesis was in the field of electron spin resonance.
Dr. McMullen is well-known for:
• engaging students in challenging ideas through creativity
• breaking difficult problems down into manageable steps
• providing clear and convincing explanations to subtle issues
• his mastery of physics and strong background in mathematics
• helping students become more fluent in practical math skills
As a physics teacher, Dr. McMullen observed that many students lack fluency in fundamental math skills. In an effort to help students of all ages and levels master basic math skills, he published a series of math workbooks on arithmetic, fractions, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and calculus called the Improve Your Math Fluency Series. Dr. McMullen has also published a variety of science books, including introductions to basic astronomy and chemistry concepts in addition to physics workbooks.
Dr. McMullen is very passionate about teaching. Many students and observers have been impressed with the transformation that occurs when he walks into the classroom, and the interactive engaged discussions that he leads during class time. Dr. McMullen is well-known for drawing monkeys and using them in his physics examples and problems, using his creativity to inspire students. A stressed-out student is likely to be told to throw some bananas at monkeys, smile, and think happy physics thoughts.
Dr. McMullen first published The Visual Guide to Extra Dimensions, Volumes 1 and 2, to share his passion for the geometry and physics of the fourth dimension. Dr. McMullen has coauthored a half-dozen articles on current and future collider searches for large extra dimensions.
In addition to writing and teaching, Dr. McMullen enjoys Scrabble, golf, and chess.
Chris McMullen earned his Ph.D. in phenomenological high-energy physics (particle physics) from Oklahoma State University in 2002. Originally from California, Dr. McMullen earned his Master's degree from California State University, Northridge, where his thesis was in the field of electron spin resonance.
Dr. McMullen is well-known for:
• engaging students in challenging ideas through creativity
• breaking difficult problems down into manageable steps
• providing clear and convincing explanations to subtle issues
• his mastery of physics and strong background in mathematics
• helping students become more fluent in practical math skills
As a physics teacher, Dr. McMullen observed that many students lack fluency in fundamental math skills. In an effort to help students of all ages and levels master basic math skills, he published a series of math workbooks on arithmetic, fractions, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and calculus called the Improve Your Math Fluency Series. Dr. McMullen has also published a variety of science books, including introductions to basic astronomy and chemistry concepts in addition to physics workbooks.
Dr. McMullen is very passionate about teaching. Many students and observers have been impressed with the transformation that occurs when he walks into the classroom, and the interactive engaged discussions that he leads during class time. Dr. McMullen is well-known for drawing monkeys and using them in his physics examples and problems, using his creativity to inspire students. A stressed-out student is likely to be told to throw some bananas at monkeys, smile, and think happy physics thoughts.
Dr. McMullen first published The Visual Guide to Extra Dimensions, Volumes 1 and 2, to share his passion for the geometry and physics of the fourth dimension. Dr. McMullen has coauthored a half-dozen articles on current and future collider searches for large extra dimensions.
In addition to writing and teaching, Dr. McMullen enjoys Scrabble, golf, and chess.
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March 6, 2017
An excellent practical resource.
July 21, 2021
This is a compilation of 4 books in one.as a result there is sk.e duplication. It help me self publish my first book. That is the important thing to me. The author is a man of detail, sometimes I found the detail to be valuable,voter times it felt a bit tedious. I recommend it for anyone wanting to self publish. It worked for me and I will refer back to it when publishing my next book.
July 13, 2020
I was able to use this to guide me in publishing my own book, "Miracles Off the Field: A Story of Hope, Faith, and Inspiration" by Jacquie Duff Richardson. Available on Amazon
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