Book Publishing Myths You Probably Have, But Don't Realize
How many times have you heard someone say to you, or say to yourself, "You should write a book." Probably more than you with to count.
True, writing a book is challenging, but once you write it, then what? How do you publish it? Who is going to publish it? Should you "pitch" it to a known book publisher, or self-publish?
The truth is, these questions are difficult for any of us who have a published book to answer. Getting your book published and on the market is not easy.
Okay, so say you get your book published...then what? How are you going to promote it? Will it be in bookstores? Will it make you famous? Will you make a ton of money?
So many questions need answers and in this episode of A New Direction, author, editor, writer, and literary agent W. Terry Whalin joins us to help you make the right publishing moves, and dispel the Myths of publishing.
Terry Whalin's book, "10 Publishing Myths: Insights Every Author Needs to Succeed" is a must read for every author who is thinking about, or in the process of publishing their book.
How I wish I had this book before I started publishing my first book. I was so convinced, that I was going to make money, that I would be famous, the list goes on. None of it true.
This book breaks down the myths and gives you a dose of reality for our author want to be symptoms.
10 Publishing Myths is filled with relevant stories, facts and details to help you see the truth of publishing.
Think your book is going to get into the bookstore? Think again. You can't just walk into a bookstore and sell your book. And if you use the wrong service. You will not get it into bookstores.
Is writing a book difficult? You bet. The hardest part is getting people to buy and read your book.
Are you ready for a hint? As an author, after you write the book, your work has just started! Because you have just become the chief marketing officer.
The publishing road is very difficult...but it is worth it if you do it the right way. 10 Publishing Myths will help you!
Many ways to find Terry Whalin's book, but if you would like to get it for $10, which includes shipping and handling, plus nearly $200 of free stuff, go to www.publishingoffer.com
You can also find the 11th Myth at Get the 11th Publishing Myth.
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Coach Jay here! Thanks for listening to and reading about this episode of A New Direction.
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