I started writing nonfiction books in 2004 and after self-publishing my first book, did the work to build a platform, got a literary agent, and sold three books. I eventually got turned off by the lack of control in traditional publishing and returned to self-publishing.
Today I am passionate about teaching how to write, publish and promote nonfiction books because many of us write them with a mission to make a difference in the world! If you’re interested in writing nonfiction, need publishing advice or want some marketing tips, I’m happy to offer some guidance. 😊
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I’ve heard “self-publish” before but not sure what that means. Does that mean you’re the one that basically paid for a printing company to print and bind your books and you marketed them?
Which way netted you the most money? Self publishing or traditional?
I’ve always wanted to write, but don’t know where to start. And certainly no concrete ideas. How would you recommend approaching it?
Hi, thank you for taking the time to share your experience! I have quite a few questions, no worries if you can’t cover all of them.
What was the hardest part about building a platform/finding readers for your books?
Also do you have any recommendations for online audience engagement? I want nothing to do with social media, but it seems important for getting your work out there and I have no clue how to go about it.
Then finally, how many hours a week did you have to dedicate to completing a book, and for how long? Do you think it requires being able to take a hiatus from working a full time job?