Coming in December!

Self-Publishing Help for First-Time Authors

A good book starts with an idea and a clear plan for carrying it through publication. I help first-time authors shape their concepts, develop their manuscripts, and move through the self-publishing process with confidence.

I have self-published four ebooks about photography, with two more in development. I also ghostwrote and published a memoir. I recorded the author’s life experiences, helped her develop her voice, connected her with industry experts to polish the manuscript, and set up print-on-demand and digital download options.

Your Manuscript-to-Publication Process

• Book concept: Clarify your subject, purpose, audience, and goals.
• Outline: Organize your ideas into a practical chapter-by-chapter plan.
• Manuscript review: Identify gaps, repetition, and areas that need more detail.
• Cover design and copy: Develop the cover direction, title, subtitle, and sales copy.
• Launch checklist: Prepare the files, pricing, book description, and promotional materials.
• Publishing steps: Upload the files, order proofs, make final corrections, and release the book in print and digital formats.