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7 Things to Do Before Publishing Your Book

I’ve been publishing my books on Amazon since 2014. I’ve learned a lot over the years. Now I want to share some of my secrets with you to continue to further your book goals and ensure they become a reality. 


We’ll discuss seven tasks to do prior to publishing. If you’ve already published a book, you’ve already got the tools to move onward. However, I’ll provide a bonus tip that you may not have  considered so read our article until the very end.


  1. Create a marketing plan. Before your book drops you should already have an agenda on how you will gain exposure around your title. Gather information on yourself and book for journalists, bloggers and podcasters. Put together a media kit. This includes your “short” biography, book summary, excerpt, and more. This information will help others learn more about you and make it easier for them to build an article, promote you and your story and so forth.

  2. Don’t overlook this step. Get an editor. I’ve heard from too many individuals the plan to cut corners by not getting their work professionally edited. This is a significant mistake on so many levels. Because this process could be costly, I encourage you to get creative. Afterwards, make sure you approve the notes before delivering your final draft.

  3. Make a checklist. Ensuring your ISBN is on the copyright page and page numbers are in sync on your table of contents and actual pages.

  4. Get book reviews. Collect reviews from colleagues, experts and family and friends. Place them in either the front of your copy or on the back cover of your book. Everybody likes to know what they’re getting before buying the book.

  5. Build an online presence. Develop a website or blog for you to connect with readers. Also, you might sell books personally from your online source.

  6. Generate an author email. Have a way for readers to contact you. Place your email on both the copyright page and “About the Author.”

  7. Schedule interviews and book signings. Your media kit will become useful at promoting your brand - you! Jot a list of local bookstores. Contact the owners and get ready to order your copies once your book is live.

Bonus. The conclusion and final words are not the end. There’s one more thing to do. Tell the reader to expect more from you, drop a title or something, and also ask them for a review. 


Conclusion

As we know there are many tasks to do as independent authors. We must uphold an intricate list of things to do and follow through.


I identified seven approaches and a bonus tip to consider. I’ve tackled some of the most common duties which include: 1) create a marketing plan, 2) get an editor, 3) make a checklist, 4) get book reviews, 5) build an online presence, 6) generate an author email, 7) schedule your interviews and book signings. And, lastly, the bonus tip. 


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