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Dan Poynter's Self-Publishing Manual: How to Write, Print and Sell Your Own Book

Dan Poynter's Self-Publishing Manual: How to Write, Print and Sell Your Own Book (Volume 2)

Thanks for telling us about the problem. Return to Book Page. Dan Poynter's Self-Publishing Manual: The Self-Publishing Manual, more effectively and successfully than any other book, has turned writers with an idea into successful authors with books by providing solid, usable information in clear, concise, readable lanugage. This is not the stuff of theory, it is the product of hard-earned experience. Paperback , pages. Published April 27th by Para Publishing first published July 28th To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up.

Lists with This Book. Publishing is a tough game. Little money, overwhelming competition, and no control. For an author who wants to take back control of her own destiny, the Self-Publishing Manual is the bible. Cult success, perhaps, but success that gives me pride.

The publishing process paid for itself many times over, although—obviously—not enough to support my lavish lifestyle. Yes, the quality of your writing matters…that simply goes without saying…but if your world-changing book sits in a drawer for your entire life, then the world will never have the privilege of being changed. This book is empowering. The Self-Publishing Manual helped me get my novel out into the world, and I can keep it in print for as long as I desire.

Until death do us part, dear book. And, depending on the audience for your book, possibly even better than a large publisher can. Just look at all the authors here on Goodreads trying to accrue massive friend lists.

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Dan Poynter's Self-Publishing Manual: How to Write, Print and Sell Your Own Manual: How to Write, Print, & Sell Your Own Book) [Dan Poynter] on Amazon. com. This Vol. 2 edition of Dan Poynter's book covers everything my workshop . The Self-Publishing Manual, Volume 2, the sequel to the best selling Self Publishing . Dan Poynter's is the Godfather to the self-publishing world. If you ever even thought about writing your own book and/or self-publishing your book after.

As Poynter and most writers on self-publishing note, a significant portion of their advice is relevant only to non-fiction authors. The audience for fiction is much more diffuse and not as easy to pinpoint as readers who would be interested in a specific non-fiction topic. For example, Poynter is also an expert parachutist and has self-published numerous books on parachuting. At times, this book will feel like a guide to running your own business. If you become a self-publisher, you will have to be an author and a business person to do it well.

But the rewards can be great. Kind of like how Amway tells you to sign up other people to sell Amway so you can get a percentage of everything they sell. And Poynter takes his own advice to non-fiction authors by listing numerous extra documents spin-offs available on his website for a fee. And he offers specialized information beyond the scope of this book such as how to promote books in certain genres. But it did leave a mildly bad taste in my mouth having to pay extra for more detail.

On the other hand, this book is a solid pages, and it provides almost everything you need to know to do it yourself. Too much information can be overwhelming. Overall, these misgivings are minor. His advice works, and this is a great book. For more on the pursuit of publishing, follow my trip in my Goodreads Blog of Doom.

Apr 09, Elaine added it. I like the book very much, but really liked the movie much better. Of course, the movie wouldn't be made without this novel, and there was some backstory that wasn't in the movie that I enjoyed. But I thought the movie was more interesting, tighter, and more exciting.

It wasn't that I saw the movie before reading the book that pushed me to like the book better. It's just that it was more fun to have Grigg being an unassuming wealthy man, making it big in hi tech, setting up his home as a haunted I like the book very much, but really liked the movie much better.

Dan Poynter's Self-Publishing Manual: How to Write, Print and Sell Your Own Book

It's just that it was more fun to have Grigg being an unassuming wealthy man, making it big in hi tech, setting up his home as a haunted house for Northanger Abbey, and putting donut grease in his car. Prudie's almost affair with her high school hottie was more intense in the movie, as well as her mother as a pothead, and her more fractious marriage with Dean.

And I like Bernadette's character more as the svelte, wiggy actress who played her. The book was helpful in having the plots of each book handy, as well as all those interesting critiques through the ages that were listed in the back. And, of course, anything about Jane Austen is okay by me. Okay, I didn't read the whole book. I read eight chapters of a total of eleven. I skimmed the rest because I just wasn't as interested in the topics covered in those chapters.

The topics I read about was everything from the idea for a book to actually creating a book and up to promoting said book. There is so much detail in Dan Poynter's guide that I believe it is a must-have resource for writers that want options to sending in query after query to established publishers who just don't see the va Okay, I didn't read the whole book. There is so much detail in Dan Poynter's guide that I believe it is a must-have resource for writers that want options to sending in query after query to established publishers who just don't see the value of their work.

Although I will probably never self-publish, I was fascinated by the process as well as reading Poynter's portrayal of how the publishing industry works. It has really helped my understanding of the entire life cycle of a book. As a fledgling copyeditor, I need that perspective so that I can communicate effectively with authors who live and breathe their manuscripts and books for much longer periods than I experience with those same works.

All in all, I highly recommend this resource to writers who want to know more about the options that they have in publishing. May 02, KareyLyn rated it it was amazing. This book is the best book I've found on the ins and outs of self-publishing, and it's in it's 19 or 20th edition, which says something! Dan Poynter, who wrote it, stays on top of the industry and sends out a regular newsletter that comes to your inbox. It's one of the most valuable newsletters I get. That's one I always open. Jan 27, Tony Jr.

This book is what most people call the "bible" of the self-publishing industry. It provides everything some material is outdated you need to get started in self-publishing. I have been recommending it for years to anyone remotely interested in self-publishing a book. Along with this book I would recommend Steve Scott's book 61 Ways to sell more kindle books. Dec 01, Victor McGuire rated it it was amazing. I read this book to learn more about how to publish my own book. I went to a seminar at Dans home in Santa Barbara and obtained some wonderful tools that proved to be helpful in publishing my book All Systems Go.

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This book is one of the best in the business. Dec 13, Beatrice McClearn rated it it was amazing. This became my bible as I began marketing and publishing Diaries of an Emotional Prostitue. Anyone looking for a quick guide to learning the craft of publishing should read this book before seeking others. Jul 14, Bill Jelen rated it it was amazing Shelves: This is the one book to have if you are interested in writing a book. Dan is the publishing guru. Whether you hope to self-publish, go Print on Demand, or go with a traditional publisher, you need to read what Dan has to say.

The section on marketing is a must-read for all authors. This book is very informative and reader friendly. It really gave me a good look at what I must do to self-publish. This book is responsible for lunching my publishing career. Dan is a veteran in the industry and so it vitally important that we have him as a reference. Good book on the topic. If you haven't read Dan Poynter's books then you're not a self-publisher. It probably helps if you are writing a book. I read an earlier edition 3 years ago and recently finished this nwe edition.

Jam packed with vital information. The copy I'm reading is from , so it's a blast from the past. Still a lot of good info in here, but a lot of stuff is out of date. Reading this makes me super grateful to be publishing now, not then, though! This book is very dense with good information. From what I've seen so far, a current edition would be well worth reading. Just punch in the ISBN to check the rate of sale for the various books you have located on your subject.

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Discounts outside the book trade: They publish a monthly confidential list of delinquent bookstores and wholesalers. Also quote other reviews if you have them. The history of publishing in the last years, has been one of increasing difficulty for writers.

Up to the March Up to the s, it was not unreasonable to hope that an editor might take you on, even though you were an aspiring writer with a flawed first manuscript. Then editors got too busy to do that, so agents took over that role, and found publishing houses whose job it was to sell your books. As many of you know, the new reality of publishing is that traditional publishers no longer see it as their job to sell your book, unless they think it is going to be a blockbuster.

Too many authors have assumed that publishers will market their books, only to find out too late that very little effort was expended in that direction.

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Because I have never met an author who was so thorough and conscientious at explaining all the ins and outs of something. You want a marketing plan for selling your novel? Buy this book, and flip through it. The chapter outlines will tell you exactly what to do.

Dan Poynter's Self-Publishing Manual: How to Write, Print and Sell Your Own Book (Volume 2)

Go to his website, www. If you are looking to self-publish, do yourself a favor and get this book, and the others that Dan has Dan is THE self-publishing Guru - if you are self-publishing, get this book-I think this summarizes my views on this book; however, to add some verbiage, I will say that this book is filled with wisdom from MANY years in the industry and the links and resources Dan provides will save you hours of searching. If you are looking to self-publish, do yourself a favor and get this book, and the others that Dan has published.

Other authors whose works are invaluable are: Jan 01, HealthCastleGlo rated it really liked it. It does have some good, unique information about self publishing and marketing. However, the formatting is pretty horrendous. It is hard to look for information and it feels like it's just a compilation of articles with different authors. I didn't read volume 1, and I have a feeling that would probably be a better read than this volume 2. Dec 13, David Katzman rated it it was ok Recommends it for: Anyone looking for a quick overview of self-publishing.

Essentially a cliff-notes version of Volume 1. The "new media" highlights are nearly worthless. It does present a decent overview of the entire process if you are looking to get a quick peek into self-publishing. But if you are actually planning to self-publish, then this is a waste of your time. I get the feeling this was ghost written on Poynter's behalf.

Dec 05, Thomas rated it it was amazing. WhenI found this most intriguing book, I later realized it has good information to publish my fantasy novels. I guarantee whoever wants to get published with their books is to use book. Thanks to Dan Poynter! Jun 26, Aleshia Robinson rated it it was ok. Mar 05, Tamela Rich rated it really liked it Shelves: It's time to update this book, but it's a great resource.

I am a big-picture person who doesn't usually sweat or sometimes even notice the details, but sometimes I was distracted by the quirky way the ebook rendered on my screen. May 08, Mark Polino rated it really liked it Shelves: Dan Poynter's Self Publishing Manual, Volume 2 provide some useful self publishing advice if you've done no research and don't have a clue. If you've started researching self publishing a book, then the big benefit to this volume are the lists of resources embedded in this small volume.

Jul 20, Evan rated it it was amazing. Dan Poynter does an outstanding job of breaking down the complex aspects of self-publishing into a useful, succinct, play by play manual. I found this book insightful and the ideas easy to implement. Jun 05, Carole Crosby is currently reading it. This edition of Self Publishing Manual is way more up-to-date, so I am finding it far more relevant in my research for my work. Apr 16, Emmanuel Donkor rated it it was amazing.

Like the volume 2, this one does not disappoint.

Full of good advice for anyone thinking of going solo. Jul 18, Kitty Bucholtz rated it really liked it. Very helpful information and links. A good addition to Volume 1.

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Lots of information for nonfiction writers, and much of it can be applied to fiction writers, too. The second volume builds up on helpful suggestions on self-publishing. I am implementing them. I will share my experiences on what works and doesn't for me. Apr 21, Daniel Wieser rated it it was ok. Out of date information. Would not advise to read for SP. Dec 30, Andrew Hunkins rated it really liked it. Has some great resource material but the format is sloppy, as if the author did not follow his own advice. Tammy rated it it was amazing Jan 08, Andy Zach rated it it was amazing Jul 18, Kelsye Nelson rated it it was amazing Jan 09, John Henry rated it liked it Apr 10,