Overview

This century, we've witnessed a revolution in the world of book publishing. Authors are now able to bypass the gatekeepers of traditional publishing companies and claim the freedom to make their own creative decisions. Self-publishing has arrived, and it's here to stay! But just because something is accessible to all, doesn't mean the process of doing it is straightforward. The many steps involved in self-publishing a book can present challenges for the uninitiated. To help you navigate the often bumpy route of self-publishing, editor and book designer Kirsty Ogden shares her knowledge and experience in Let's Get Published: The Self-Publishing Playbook. This comprehensive guide clearly explains the necessary steps to produce a book you can be proud of, offering invaluable advice about writing, editing, internal page formatting, cover design, publishing admin and marketing. Writing and self-publishing a book can seem like an overwhelming project. But armed with this playbook, let Kirsty guide you on your journey until you arrive safely at your destination - that of published author. Who knows? You may even have fun along the way!

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Let's Get Published is one of the best books I have read on self-publishing, primarily because it makes the reader think about what they want, rather than telling them everything the author thinks they should do! It leads you on a journey from why you should write, how to write, to the essential editing process and design and layout concerns of your book, concluding with the important step of marketing. A perfect introduction for emerging writers, as well as anyone seeking clarity within the publishing jungle today. Jim Higgins - President, Fellowship of Australian Writers (Qld) Kirsty is a highly-skilled self-publishing expert, and in Let's Get Published she covers every aspect of launching a book into the world, including writing, editing, design, marketing, and all the fiddly stuff such as ISBNs and legal deposit with the National Library. Self-publishing has come a long way in the last few years, and Kirsty has provided an excellent guide to what can be a complicated process for new authors. Michael Hanrahan - Managing Director, Publish Central; Co-founder, Australian Business Book Awards Congratulations, Kirsty, on taking the exciting step of publishing your own book - Let's Get Published: The Self-Publishing Playbook. Your extensive knowledge and expertise in the self-publishing space shines through on every page. I'm sure that the information you've shared in this book will greatly assist any author who wants to get started on their self-publishing journey. Simone Feiler - Owner, Brisbane Audiobook Production Let's Get Published is a must-read for anybody wanting to learn about the complex world of book publishing. In this helpful resource, Kirsty provides a roadmap for writers to get started on their publishing journey. If you are looking for practical advice about how to self-publish your manuscript, this is the book for you. Russell Perry - Director, Australian Authors Marketplace After meeting Kirsty Ogden in an online business group, then listening and watching her share details about her craft, I soon realised she stood out from the crowd. Kirsty is a dedicated and grounded professional who has a gift with helping writers to self-publish their books, whilst also keeping things simple. No doubt her own book, Let's Get Published, will prove to be a valuable resource for many people. Cathy Dimarchos - TEDx speaker and award-winning global business advisor Having collaborated with Kirsty and the Brisbane Self Publishing Service team on my two series of YA books, I'm no stranger to self-publishing. Nevertheless, I was keen to read Let's Get Published. Not only did it consolidate what I've already learned on my author journey, I also found fresh inspiration and information for tackling my next project. Don't set sail on your self-publishing adventure without this gem of a book! Sarah Fisher - author of Dragonscale and Wehrdragon YA series Let's Get Published is a comprehensive guide to all of the big-picture processes involved in planning, writing and self-publishing books, as well as the smaller details that go into each step along the way. Kirsty's vast knowledge and experience as an editor, designer and publishing services provider is obvious in every chapter. Because she has worked directly with many indie authors, she knows exactly what they grapple with, and has addressed the complexity of the self-publishing process they face here in this book. Bev Ryan, Non-Fiction Certified Book Coach

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With over 30 years' experience in desktop publishing, editing and librarianship, Kirsty Ogden has a wealth of knowledge and experience in all aspects of the book industry. Working with a team of trusted professionals, Kirsty supports authors to navigate all the steps involved in self-publishing their book via her proprietary 5-step Let's Get Published Framework(R).

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