Self-publishing paperbacks on CreateSpace
I laid out the interior pages and the cover as described in CreateSpace’s PDF Submission Specification document. The only thing left to do is upload my files and get it approved.
Layout of the cover
It’s been a busy week of finalizing details for the print-on-demand version of my book. Today, I got to the cover. Finally.
Layout begins
I have gone through my manuscript more times than I care to admit, and I’m happy with where it stands. It’s time to layout the paperback.
Reading for your health
My last post dealt with the health benefits of writing, a little bit each day. What about reading? Read on.
Writing for your health
It’s only been the last decade or so that I have made writing a constant part of my life. Knowing how good it is for me, I wish I had started sooner.
Be fearless
I’ve written about fear before. It can be a huge road block. As I get closer to releasing my first novel, I feel that familiar feeling creeping back.
Co-Author a book with James Patterson
Would you like to write a novel with James Patterson? It may be a once in a lifetime experience. If that appeals to you, read on.
George Saunders on story
How does one craft a good, compelling story? Every author will say something different, but I’d wager there would be more similarity than difference. Here’s George Saunders’s take on it.
Layout and typesetting my book
When I release my first book, Tied, later this month, it will be available as an ebook as well as a paperback. I plan on documenting the process and typesetting is step one (after writing and editing, that is).
Pricing my books: what’s the sweet spot?
When I chose to self-publish my books, I knew I’d get to the point where I’d need to decide on a price. And the decision is damn tough.