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LINKS: Self-Publishing, Electronic Publishing & POD Resources
- APSS - The Association of Publishers for Special Sales
- http://community.bookapss.org/
- Formerly SPAN. Now run by Brian Jud, "The APSS mission is to become known as the premier source of information, education and help for publishers of high-quality content published in printed, electronic or audio form for sale to consumers, non-bookstore retailers and non-retail buyers.
- The Book Designer, by Joel Friedlander
- https://www.thebookdesigner.com
- Though this blog is aimed more at the pro self-publisher, it's absolutely packed with information on all forms of self-publishing, subsidy publishing, print-on-demand and any other type of "DIY" publishing. If you're thinking of handling your book yourself, this is the place to start to find answers on what the best approach to DIY publishing would be for your specific project. It's also a good place to find out how not to get scammed by the many companies that promise the moon - but simply want your money. (For that info, start here: https://www.thebookdesigner.com/2011/05/subsidy-publishing-proceed-with-caution/)
- Calendar of Book Trade and Literary Events
- http://www.literarymarketplace.com/lmp/us/resourcesOrgList.asp?ID=11
- You can use this page to find events, but you can't actually use the links unless you are logged in as a member.
- Distributors and Wholesalers
- http://www.midwestbookreview.com/bookbiz/distrib.htm
- Electronic Literature Organization
- https://eliterature.org/
- Independent Book Publishers Association
- https://www.ibpa-online.org/
- Organization for self-publishers and small presses.
- ISBN.org
- https://isbn.org
- Bowker's website for obtaining your ISBN.
- ISBN User's Manual
- https://isbn.org/about_ISBN_standard
- Everything you need to know about using (and getting) ISBNs.
- Judy Cullins' Book Coaching Blog
- https://www.bookcoaching.com/category/book-marketing-tips/social-media/
- Lots of articles on book development and promotion.
- Midwest Book Review
- http://www.midwestbookreview.com/
- A huge selection of links for publishers and self-publishers, including information and resource sites, advice, bookseller organizations, distributors, publicity and marketing -- and a list of links to submit your information to search engines.
- Midwest Book Review: Advice for Publishers
- http://www.midwestbookreview.com/bookbiz/advice/advice.htm
- These are all internal articles, so the links are all active, but some are a bit outdated.
- SelfPublishing.com
- https://selfpublishing.com/
- Lots of articles for self-publishers, plus a PODCAST.
- Self-Publishing Review
- https://www.selfpublishingreview.com
- "The aim of this site is to legitimize
self-publishing – not just as a fallback plan, but as an avenue that’s
increasingly necessary and useful in a competitive publishing industry."
- Writers and Publishers Network
- https://writersandpublishersnetwork.com/
- Formerly SPAWN, this site offers a number of resources for self-published authors.
- Wisdom of a Chief Bottle Washer, by Natalie Thomas
- http://www.murdermustadvertise.com/FAQ/DIYTips.html
- Inside view of self-publishing.
- Writer Beware: Self-Publishing
- https://www.sfwa.org/other-resources/for-authors/writer-beware/pod//
- A somewhat dated look at self-publishing; use the menu on the right to look at articles and warnings about e-publishers, vanity presses, etc.
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