tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5998863657658685998.post2207104275524786515..comments2024-03-15T05:16:15.397-06:00Comments on Writing While the Rice Boils: Self-Publishing Tips for Indie AuthorsDebbie Maxwell Allenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02533418585502995994noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5998863657658685998.post-22448865812912380882013-09-19T06:13:16.130-06:002013-09-19T06:13:16.130-06:00This comment has been removed by the author.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5998863657658685998.post-91225758220790033012013-04-05T09:50:59.132-06:002013-04-05T09:50:59.132-06:00Very true, Sanzida. Things have changed so fast, i...Very true, Sanzida. Things have changed so fast, it's hard for people's perceptions to keep up.<br /><br />~DebbieDebbie Maxwell Allenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02533418585502995994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5998863657658685998.post-40658654109291253782013-04-04T21:55:30.877-06:002013-04-04T21:55:30.877-06:00A great post today. I think that, by and large, th...A great post today. I think that, by and large, the stigma was earned. That is changing as more and more authors understand that quality is a thing that we should strive towards. Now that self-publishing has moved out of the 'vanity publishing' realm, we're really making great strides in producing high quality material.<br /><a href="http://selfbookpublishingtips.com/" rel="nofollow">Self Book Publishing</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10665996879110727261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5998863657658685998.post-59547740235424385392013-04-03T13:03:36.074-06:002013-04-03T13:03:36.074-06:00Thanks, Stephanie! I'll check out your site ag...Thanks, Stephanie! I'll check out your site again.<br /><br />~DebbieDebbie Maxwell Allenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02533418585502995994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5998863657658685998.post-52833359630126792992013-04-03T12:51:14.184-06:002013-04-03T12:51:14.184-06:00Ooops. I thought the link would be attached to my ...Ooops. I thought the link would be attached to my name. paintinganovel.blogspot.com Stephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06046423592819903046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5998863657658685998.post-32599393554839767052013-04-03T12:49:49.917-06:002013-04-03T12:49:49.917-06:00Hi Debbie.
Wanted to let you know two things. Fir...Hi Debbie.<br /><br />Wanted to let you know two things. First, this post came at a good time as the thought of Self Publishing is forever in my mind, so thank you for sharing your thoughts about it. Two: My site is back up :)Stephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06046423592819903046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5998863657658685998.post-19980030909722025212013-04-02T11:37:48.519-06:002013-04-02T11:37:48.519-06:00You're right, Margo. The more options, the bet...You're right, Margo. The more options, the better. Yes, there are some issues with self-publishing, but I think those will be ironed out over time. The biggest thing is quality--it will always win out.<br /><br />~DebbieDebbie Maxwell Allenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02533418585502995994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5998863657658685998.post-51152155156146150972013-04-02T11:19:50.597-06:002013-04-02T11:19:50.597-06:00I love how this post summarizes everything so well...I love how this post summarizes everything so well. Interestingly, I see agents asked about self publishing all the time, and they are positive about it and say their own business HAS NEVER BEEN BETTER. If they aren't just saying that to keep up a front, it means it's win/win. Time will tell!Margo Berendsenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03476308235642890474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5998863657658685998.post-90112528564982214362013-03-27T10:07:03.428-06:002013-03-27T10:07:03.428-06:00You're right about the stigma. I'm so glad...You're right about the stigma. I'm so glad so many authors are taking the time and money to hire editors and engage beta readers. You're a great example of this!<br /><br />And I think you're doing the right thing with your pricing. Hopefully, more writers will catch on so readers won't expect to get everything free or nearly free.<br /><br />~DebbieDebbie Maxwell Allenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02533418585502995994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5998863657658685998.post-10064930741176877092013-03-27T07:51:37.491-06:002013-03-27T07:51:37.491-06:00A great post today. I think that, by and large, t...A great post today. I think that, by and large, the stigma was earned. That is changing as more and more authors understand that quality is a thing that we should strive towards. Now that self-publishing has moved out of the 'vanity publishing' realm, we're really making great strides in producing high quality material.<br /><br />Having already taken the plunge, I have to say, it is fun and instructive; equal parts challenging and rewarding.<br /><br />As to the pricing, I am one of those who believes that low prices are not the answer. I take great pride in my work, and I believe that my work has value. Pricing that work at a low mark tells the world the exact opposite. It also creates a dangerous consumer mentality, whereby the consumer begins to believe that your hard work really is worth less than a cup of coffee - devaluing art everywhere.<br /><br />And I simply cannot abide by that.<br />S.M. Carrièrehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08568011755497760300noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5998863657658685998.post-68419110654600772292013-03-26T23:34:30.326-06:002013-03-26T23:34:30.326-06:00Janette, I've read some of those horror storie...Janette, I've read some of those horror stories, too, but it helps to be aware of the positive and negative sided before I make a decision. I agree that traditional publishing is slow to change, but I think indie authors are forcing some things to be different!<br /><br />Shelley--you are such a great example and inspiration for those of us still in the decision process. It's been fun watching your journey--and it's been such a positive one!<br /><br />~DebbieDebbie Maxwell Allenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02533418585502995994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5998863657658685998.post-32523165716231313622013-03-26T22:47:57.684-06:002013-03-26T22:47:57.684-06:00Hi Debbie,
I love this post! As you know, I self-...Hi Debbie,<br /><br />I love this post! As you know, I self-published both of my novels. In spite of the stigma (some of it self-induced), I'd do it again. The freedom and control self-publishing allows can't be beat. I got to create my own covers, choose my own pricing, keep final say over my editor's remarks, and determine my brand. Sure, I've made mistakes and self-publishing is a long, hard road, but in the end I know this was the right decision for me.<br /><br />That's not to say I won't still try traditional publishing for other, perhaps smaller, projects. Or maybe I'll self-publish those too... ;)Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18364450628532101635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5998863657658685998.post-75919736145386116402013-03-26T18:06:01.462-06:002013-03-26T18:06:01.462-06:00Hi, Debbie:
I'd definitely consider the indie...Hi, Debbie:<br /><br />I'd definitely consider the indie route, although I have read some scathing blog posts against going that route. I get it--I'm from an industry where everyone advances lock-step and you take your lumps along the way, knowing that everyone junior to you will take the same lumps along their way. I don't think that is a productive mentality, so yes, I'd consider an indie route if no more attractive alternative came my way. <br /><br />Timely post! JDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05234966786590125696noreply@blogger.com