Anyone who knows me, knows how important and frustrating I find the subject of Writers and Contracts. Mainly for many of the reasons pointed out...
Yes, it's hard. But it's also a profession that rewards persistence. If your first book doesn't get picked up, write another one. My first...
There is no single path to publication - everyone's is different. For me it was. 1. First book released through a small press that earned me...
Agreed 100%
Yes, all my books are in audio - as well as some of my shorts. I've used two different narrators. Jonathan Davis for my science fiction and Tim...
I'm REALLY surprised he is doing this with Machete - seems like a perfect thing to go indie with.
I may be wrong but the exclusivity aspect of Unlimited is only for ebooks. It prevents you publishing the ebook on B&N or Apple, but it doesn't...
I have nothing but positive things to say about CreateSpace. And highly recommend them. I've used Lulu for hardcovers and they have been "mostly...
Thanks Russ...it's always good to get insights from more than one source.
You are very welcome.
I think both Russ and I have had substantial experience and I welcome his comments,even if they do differ from my own. It's good for people to...
That was very kind of you...Glad to see you helping her out like that.
Well it depends on WHICH indies you are speaking about. And yes we are in full agreement that those who are doing it right are earning VERY, VERY...
You are welcome. But keep in mind that the royalty %'s are just one of the factors when considering between the two. There are a whole slew of...
Sorry about that. I flushed my inbox. You should be able to send it now.
Amazon has essentially "made my career." Before I was published traditionally (through Hachette and Random House I was self-published. I had a...
If you write a political book and get a spot on The Daily Show or sit with Colbert and chat - that is going to get you sales. But if you write...
Well, the barrel is indeed pretty big. But's the price that has to be paid. Even so, my traditional publishing has done wonders for my career and...
I'm really surprised to hear you say that - as none of the authors I know have ever mentioned anything like that. I'm not saying it's not so, just...
psychotick. I think what you have to keep in mind is that self-publishign isn't for everyone. Some people don't want to be both author and...
