Many aspects of self-publishing can be done directly by a savvy author, but it requires time and knowledge of the publishing industry. Some of the more detailed steps in the publishing process include:
Many authors can easily become overwhelmed with all of the steps and the decisions that need to be made. They want guidance through the process.
Enter self-publishing companies, or “assisted self-publishing” companies.
“Assisted self-publishing companies,” such as Tellwell, basically act as a one-stop-shop to help with the entire publishing process, with guidance from the author. It is a team approach, usually involving an editor, designer, marketing consultant, plus somebody to take care of getting the book into the various sales channels.
With a do-it-yourself versus the assisted approach, it is not entirely one or the other. It is a continuum.
You may decide that you need a designer, and some help getting the book formatted properly and into the best sales channels. But to save on costs, you may decide to do most of the promoting yourself and take advantage of a family member who is a qualified editor.
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