How’s that book idea coming?
Are you in the idea stage? Or are you ready to print or release the e-book version of your book in 2013? Shameless plug alert: The Indie Author Revolution can you help create a roadmap to publish your book. Need a strategy? Let us help.
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Being that’s it’s the holiday season, we want to reward our Wise Ink followers with a special treat.
We want to send you a free copy of The Indie Author Revolution!
Here’s how to win (don’t worry, we made it easy):
1. Leave us a comment below, sharing your best advice about the writing, editing, publishing, or book marketing process.
2. Be sure to plug your book or something you’re working on (we want to offer the chance for others to support you)
3. Let us know if you’d prefer your free copy as an ebook or a printed book!
And that’s it. We’re selecting our three favorite comments and we’ll send your book before the holidays!
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I would love to win a print copy of the book.
My best tip for self editing is to read editing from the last line forward. I tend to catch my typos and misspellings this way. If I read from beginning to end, I miss too many of them.
I am working on a cozy murder mystery that is scheduled for release in early 2013. I also have a blog where I review mysteries, especially from indie authors. By helping to promote other indie’s work, I hope karma would work in my favor when its my turn to ask for help.
Fantastic tip A.R.! Thanks for leaving the comment! Wish we had used that tip for the Indie Author Revolution. Haven’t found any major typos yet…keeping our fingers crossed. Good luck on your mystery! Keep us in mind for a guest post when it’s all done and you’re ready to promote it.
I’ve had this idea to write about my life experiences over the past two years. There has been some pretty dramatic things to occur. I have a snappy title and plenty of writing already ready. Proceeds from the book will help start my non profit for single moms. I’m not sure how much to share about the book because people have a tendency to steal my thoughts. Lol. Guessing that’s an indicator that I may be a good writer. Either way… I’d love to have your book. I prefer the hard copy
Thanks for the comment Ayesha! What a wonderful journey you’re on!
Thank you for all you do!
My advice: Take satisfaction in each stage of your book, every version. True craftsmanship delights the creator and its receiver, even though at times looking at our product/art makes us feels like Bill Murray in the movie Groundhog’s Day.
My book: I’m editing a manuscript for a memoir on mind-body-healing from Multiple Chemical Sensitivity. There are only a handful of books out there on helping people healing (not just coping) these chronic illness. I would like to show the mind-body connection, the algorithm of health and disease. It’s relevant to all, on how we consider disease, where it came about. The message: heal the mind, heal the body.
I’d appreciate a printed copy of The Indie Author Revolution. I love books in its physical form. Thanks again. ~Sue
Hi Sue! Thank you for all you do! Love, love, love your advice! I (Dara) suffer from chronic back pain as a result of scoliosis. I’d love to see a copy of that book when it’s done! Good luck and keep us posted on it’s progress
I’ve indie-published two historical romances and I’m currently working on a time-travel, The Tattooed Angel. Based on my personal experience, my best advice is, Accept that there’s no single path to follow when you self-publish and don’t expect the journey to be easy. If it’s too easy, you’re not doing it right. Blood, sweat, and tears (a slight exaggeration) are a part of the process. My favorite way to read is electronically, so that would be my first choice.
You are so right Diana — there’s no such thing as “easy” in publishing of any kind. Great advice! There was definitely sweat and tears throughout the process of writing The Indie Author Revolution. Love to read historical romances. Good luck on finishing it!
After my first 5 books were traditionally published, I began self-publishing and I have to say that the best part of self-pub is having total control. Yes, it’s a lot of work and takes a lot of time, but it’s totally worth it in the end. Having had past books “hijacked” by publishers–titles changed, cover art and packaging done with no input from me–I now publish exactly the books that I’ve pictured in my mind. My most recent is Marcia Gates: Angel of Bataan, the true story of an Army nurse (my aunt) and POW during World War II. It was recently given an award by the Military Writers Society of America and is being featured in a TV documentary called “Our Wisconsin: A Military History of America’s Dairyland.” It airs Friday, Nov. 23 from 7-8 p.m. on WKOW-TV in Wisconsin. If you’re in the broadcast area, please tune in!
I would love to win an e copy of your book!
I Indie Published my memoirs titled Hoof Prints On My Heart earlier this year.
My advice is during the editing process to read your story out loud, to yourself or someone else. If you want to insert or change words as you are reading or just plain doesn’t make sense, it definitely needs more editing.
I am currently working on my first fiction novel titled Rim-Fyre and the Stones of Time. I’m hoping to have it ready to release early 2013.
I find that changing the location from which i write provides different energy and perspective. I suggest taking your laptop, journal or whatever you use for your writing to different coffee shops, the library, etc. and feel the shifts in your creative thought process.
I am currently writing an inspirational book in which the sages from history provide guidance to help us face and handle our challenges with humor, courage and confidence.
Although both book formats are great I find that nothing beats curling up in my corner chair with physical book! Thank you for this opportunity.
This is my favorite blog! Practical and useful, with real quality amongst all the drivel and over-sharing out there.
I am on the (approximately) 10th revision of my masterwork, a novel about three generations of strong women and the small decisions they make that affect their lives and those around them for years into the future. I’ve promised myself that this will be absolutely the last revision. On one level I think I’m subconsciously afraid to wade into the deep and scary waters of publishing. But on another, I am inclined to believe that the adage “you never really finish writing a book, you just abandon it,” is true. It is so hard to say goodbye to your characters and shut off that nagging little voice in your head that insists you can still make it better.
I have held out and have not yet bought an e-reader since I so love physical books. Should I win, I would love to have a “real” book to add to my shelves. Thank you!
I’d love a print copy of your book!
I have two novels in the editing/rewrite stages atm. look me up on facebook https://www.facebook.com/kellimcostell0?ref=hl to find excerpts and stuff. Like me if you like me!
what works for me is to simply sit down and write. get that first draft done all the way through without giving up on it. it sounds obvious, but that really is the first step. after that it’s being humble enough to know you’ve not written the perfect novel. anyone who sits back after their first draft is done and thinks, “this is ready for publication” is kidding themselves, or simply not a true author. stephen king, j.k. even hemingway all wrote and rewrote again and again. and probably could go through one of their printed novels and still find things they’d like to change.
so, write it, and then rewrite it. that’s my advice. pretty basic stuff i guess.
Surround yourself with other writers who have a positive approach to the writing life.
Make time to have a coffee, meal or chat with these writers on a regular, perhaps weekly basis. This way you are moving around in a world that supports other writers and and your own writing life.
Thank you for this opportunity!
Here’s my advice:
1) Write what we love; the writing journey needs to magnify the writer.
2) Keep a copy of The Chicago Manual of Style nearby. Consult it often. Make it one of our dearest friends.
3) Indie publishing is one of the most–if not THE MOST–creative experiences. If we have professional-level skills in editing, design and/or marketing, partner them all with our writing skills, wearing our many colorful, empowering hats proudly. If our skills are not to the level we need, learn them. A mindset of life-long learning keeps us young and keeps the ideas flowing.
I just published Misthaven of Maine: Journey to Beyond, Vol. Two in the Misthaven of Maine Series on 11/20/12. If the world of fine art, set against the backdrop of majestic, Down East Maine intrigues you, please check it out at http://www.misthavenofmaine.com.
I’d appreciate a kindle copy of your book please, because that way I can use the search tool for easier access to information for review–my last bit of advice. 😉
I know this if off topic but I’m looking into starting my own blog and was curious what all is needed to get setup? I’m assuming having a blog like yours would cost a pretty penny?
I’m not very web savvy so I’m not 100% positive. Any recommendations or advice would be greatly appreciated. Cheers
Best advice: write and rewrite. I wrote Laurence & Sophie & Colin about 16 times before I was happy with it. I had to employ a pro to get it onto Kindle. It was worth every penny.