One of the many benefits of self-publishing is the amount of control the author maintains during the publication process. Unlike traditional publishing, you can call all the shots. However, it is important to note that not every self-publishing company offers the same privileges and options. When choosing a company, find out how much author input [...]
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How Much Do Illustrations Cost?
Posted: April 16, 2012 by Cheri Breeding in Cheri SpeaksTags: childrens books, custom cover design, illustrations, self publish
Like ghost writing or copyediting, illustrations take time and require a great deal of skill and talent. It is important to remember that illustrators must be paid fairly for their time and expertise. The price for illustrations can range from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars. It depends on the size and [...]
Should You Submit Print Ready Files?
Posted: April 10, 2012 by Cheri Breeding in Cheri Speaks, Self-PublishingTags: graphic designers, native files, print ready files, self publish
As a self-published author, you will be asked to submit ether print ready or native files during the publication process. Which method you choose depends on your goals and skills. Here is a brief overview of the two options. Print Ready Files If you hire a graphic designer for your cover, the format needs to [...]
What Are Your Self-Publishing Questions?
Posted: April 3, 2012 by Cheri Breeding in Cheri Speaks, UncategorizedTags: questions about self publishing
Every week I write a post that hopefully answers some of your self-publishing questions. Recently, I’ve shared information about choosing a genre for your book, seeking advice from other writers, writing an annotation, and hiring a ghostwriter. This week, I’d like to know what questions you have so I can address them in upcoming blogs. Tell [...]
The Importance of Genre
Posted: March 27, 2012 by Cheri Breeding in Cheri SpeaksTags: choosing a genre, genre, self publish
The genre of your book is one of the most important decisions you will make when self-publishing. It will impact who buys and reads your book as well as how reads it. The most important to thing to remember when choosing a genre is to not pick a genre too soon. Too often, authors set out [...]
