self - publishing tips & resources november 8, 2013 arti sharma, m.ed. educational technologist...
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Self - PublishingTips & Resources
November 8, 2013
Arti Sharma, M.Ed.
Educational Technologist
IS & T
617-353-6349
Who is here?
1. Name
2. Department / Organization
3. What are you hoping to get from this
session?
4. Prior experience with self-publishing?
Today:
1. Brief introduction to self-publishing
2. Should you self-publish?
3. Overview of digital readers and
self-publishing platforms
4. Interactive eBooks
5. Tips & resources
6. Final thoughts
What is self – publishing?
Wikipedia Definition: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self-publishing
The publication of any book or other media by the author of the work, without the involvement of an established third-party publisher.
The author is responsible and in control of the entire process including design (cover/interior), formats, price, distribution, marketing & PR.
Is self-publishing for you?
Yes, if:1. You have something important or
inspiring to say.2. You have credibility on your subject.
3. Have a clearly identified target
market.4. You are brave, hardworking and
resilient.
Why not to self-publish.
NO, if:
1. You are in it for the money
2. You are not self-disciplined
3. You aren’t good at everything
4. You do not enjoy multitasking
5. Shameless self-promotion is not
your thing
How popular are eBooks?
What about interactive eBooks?
Would you consider them books?
• Audio• Videos• Photos• Maps• Infographics• Music
The next generation of eBooks?
http://pushpoppress.com/ourchoice/
What do people read eBooks on?
Source: Forbeshttp://www.forbes.com/sites/jeremygreenfield/2013/10/30/kindle-most-popular-device-for-ebooks-beating-out-ipad-tablets-on-the-rise/
From content to bookQuestions to consider:
1. What device or devices will your book be
accessed from?
2. How much of the work would you like to
do yourself?
3. Do you need printed copies of your book?
4. What is your budget?
5. What is your plan for marketing and
promoting your work?
eBook authoring options Option 1: Go with a self-publishing service
Publish digitally or by print
Cross platform compatibility
Ways to connect with readers – newsletter
Option 2: Choose an eBook publishing platform Digital only (primarily)
Cross platform compatibility not guaranteed
Self-publishing services
Freedom | professionalism | fast delivery
MagCloud – http://http://www.magcloud.com/
Lulu – http://http://www.lulu.com/
CreateSpace – https://www.createspace.com/
eBook authoring platforms
iBooks Author http://www.apple.com/ibooks-author/
Inkling Habitathttps://www.inkling.com/habitat/
Atavisthttps://www.atavist.com/
Final Thoughts
1. Don’t be discouraged
2. Follow ups are welcome
3. Group for self-publishing enthusiasts
Additional Reading1. The rise of e-reading
http://libraries.pewinternet.org/2012/04/04/the-rise-of-e-reading/
2. Thinking of self-publishing your book in 2013http
://www.forbes.com/sites/nickmorgan/2013/01/08/thinking-of-self-publishing-your-book-in-2013-heres-what-y
ou-need-to-know
/
3. Should you self-publish ?http://janefriedman.com/2013/05/17/should-you-self-publish/
4. Answers to 18 self-publishing questionshttp
://www.thebookdesigner.com/2013/05/wednesday-mailbag-answers-to-your-self-publishing-quest
ions/#more-
27775
5. Training courses
http://www.thebookdesigner.com/training/
6. Don’t burn your books – print is here to stay
http://online.wsj.com/news/articles/SB10001424127887323874204578219563353697002