Self-publishing is the most dynamic segment in the book market. Every year, more and more authors decide to publish their book in self-publishing. Currently, the number of new publications in self-publishing grows every year by about 25% in the German-speaking market, in the USA it is even more than 100%. Here you can learn how to make your book a success in self-publishing.
This guide will give you expert answers to all your questions about book publishing and the book market: from finalising your content and cover to choosing the right publishing channel and marketing your published book. In principle, anyone can publish a book. It is only important to know some basic rules of book publishing in order to publish a professional and successful book.
Your book is finished and ready for publication - but how? You've already decided against a publisher and in favor of a self-publishing service provider, but the number of providers is large and their services vary. Which one suits you and your book and offers the services you need? We'll show you what criteria you should look for when comparing self-publishing providers.
To hold one's own text in one's hands between two book covers - that is the wish of many authors. But how? Should your book be published by a traditional publisher or would you like to take the publication into your own hands and become a self-publishing author? Self-publishing or publishing house - what suits you and your manuscript best?
Be an internationally sought-after bestselling author with your own books and live only from writing - you are not alone with this dream. In reality, unfortunately, only a few authors can live off the sales of their books. How much do publishing and self-publishing authors earn and is there any chance at all of making a living from writing?
Winning the attention of a book publisher for your own manuscript is a real challenge. Editors have unsolicited manuscripts piling up on their desks. What should you look out for to stand a chance with a publisher?
Simply sitting at a desk, in a café or in nature and creating your own worlds and characters on your laptop or a simple sheet of paper. Becoming an author is much more than just putting words in the right order. How can you publish your finished book and what are the tax implications? And when do you become a real author?
Whether you're a published author or self-publishing, if your book sells, you'll receive an author's royalty. But how are royalties calculated, how much is left over in the end and who all earns money from the sale of your book?
Trend sense and economic foresight are the hallmarks of a successful book publisher. You should also have these qualities as a self-publisher. But how does a book publisher work, what does the publishing industry in Germany look like at the moment and how will it develop in the future?
Your own book is available in the bookstore around the corner or even at a large chain store - this is not only a dream come true, but also increases the sales opportunities enormously. However, many self-publishing services do not allow you to achieve this goal. How does your book get a chance to be included in booksellers' assortments?
