4 Top Self-Publishing Tips

Thanks to advances in technology, it’s never been easier for authors to self-publish their work, whether they want to write an ebook or go for a beautifully bound book instead.

Regardless of the format it’s published in, there are ways in which you can help to make sure that your project is a success, so here are a few tips from us here at Doxzoo to help you do just that. We’d love to hear what it is you’re writing, so make sure you drop us a line.

Professional editing

It is never a waste of money to have your book edited professionally and it’s something that you should definitely do before you send your work off to the printers. A second pair of eyes can reveal a lot and you may gain some new perspectives, as well as making sure that it reads well and there are no mistakes.

There are different types of edits, however, from proofreading and copyediting to manuscript critiques, so you may want to send it for more than one depending on what your book is about.

Meet like-minded people

You might not think that this would help much where self-publishing your book is concerned, but making friends with people in your local writing community can really help spread the word about the project. And you’re sure to love spending time with people you have a lot in common with – it may well prove to be the inspiration you need to start your next book.

Prioritise cover design

Yes, they do say don’t judge a book by its cover, but where actual published works are concerned the right aesthetic is important. Take a look at the Kindlepreneur site, which features all sorts of helpful ideas to ensure you get the cover of your book right the first time.

Tips include researching the best sellers in your genre of Amazon and other similar sites so you can find out what kind of fonts, images, layouts and colour schemes are commonly used. You want your book cover to stand out, of course, but you also want to make sure that it is a natural fit on the shop shelf as well.

It also suggests that you head to Pinterest to research book cover ideas. Just browse the site and save your favourites to your profile so you can easily spot any emerging themes among the ones you pick.

Create a website

To help with the marketing process later down the line, you could start by trying to build up a following while you’re still actually writing your book. Set up a website for it, engage with people on social media about hot topics contained within, write a blog about the process of writing the book… you never know – you could soon have a fair few fans waiting for your book to land.

Want to see your book in the flesh

For more information on getting your creation printed in either hardback paperback or wirebound format then get on touch for self printing service.