Self-Publishing vs Traditional Publishing | Which one is right for you?
It's one of the biggest decisions for authors today: which publishing path to take? (Or both?) Both publishing options have pros and cons, and different authors will have different priorities and needs for their book that will influence their decision.
Self-publishing has become a more and more viable options with print on demand services making it easily accessible, with wide distribution options and access to professional editing and design services. Without having to sacrifice quality to self-publish, the higher royalties and extra creative control make it appealing to many authors. Traditional publishing has different benefits, such as bookstore shelf space, not having to fund the book's production yourself, and eligibility for prizes and awards.
Here are nine things to consider when trying to decide whether the traditional or the indie route is best for you and your book.
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TIMESTAMPS:
1:48 - Which path is more accessible for you?
2:40 - How does the distribution compare?
3:53 - What role do you want to play in the book's production?
4:24 - What's your budget?
4:50 - What will the marketing look like?
5:26 - What royalties can you expect?
5:51 - What's the publishing timeline?
6:07 - Access to prizes and awards?
6:32 - How much creative control do you want?
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