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October 10, 2020

October 10, 2020 by Jack Arbor

Ever wonder what’s involved with independently publishing a book? Independent publishing is basically a long to-do list of fun non-writing activities. This is what happens after two rounds of editing. And why my publish date for a book is usually six weeks after editing is complete. On Aspen Mountain

  • Proofread the manuscript
  • Commission and finalize cover design
  • Write the marketing copy and cover blurb
  • Write the front and back matter and have it edited
  • Dump manuscript into formatting tool (I use Vellum)
  • Proofread the manuscript after formatting
  • Upload manuscript to Advance Reader distribution platform (I use Book Funnel)
  • Update Jack Arbor website with cover, blurb, and the first chapter
  • Update author bio on Amazon.com and Jack Arbor website
  • Prepare marketing images for Facebook and Instagram
  • Change banner on Facebook
  • Apply to Bookbub for a deal and get rejected
  • Update Bookbub author page and Good Reads author page
  • Write Facebook, Instagram, and Website announcements
  • Write website blog post announcement that appears on Amazon
  • Upload to Amazon, categorize, and price
  • Hit “Publish”!
  • Buy a new fountain pen

I’m sure I’m forgetting something. This is what I’m doing when I’m not writing or touring the color on Aspen Mountain.

Filed Under: Publishing Tagged With: Independent Publishing, Max Austin, Publishing, The Abyss, The Russian Assassin

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