{"product_id":"the-dark-side-of-self-publishing-kathleen-j-shields-9781956581591","title":"The Dark Side of Self-Publishing: A Brutally Honest Tell-All for Aspiring Authors","description":"\u003cp\u003eSelf-publishing may seem like a dream come true, but it can quickly turn into a nightmare. In \u003ci\u003eThe Dark Side of Publishing\u003c\/i\u003e, I pull back the curtain on the hidden pitfalls, scams, and emotional struggles that most authors face but rarely talk about. This isn't a \"how-to\" book. If you're looking for step-by-step instructions on how to publish a book, check out my other book. But if you're ready to dive into the real, sometimes uncomfortable side of self-publishing, you've come to the right place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a seasoned author with over 40 published works, I share my experiences of the harsh realities authors face; like scams, marketing challenges, and emotional battles, such as rejection and imposter syndrome. Publishing may be easier than ever, but selling your book is a full-time job that demands significant effort and investment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this book, you'll learn to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpot scams, and avoid traps from unscrupulous service companies and vanity presses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigate emotional struggles like discrimination, imposter syndrome, and depression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe full-time commitment required to market your book and how to do it on a budget.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dirty secrets behind algorithms, review hurdles, and the constantly changing world of book sales.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Dark Side of Publishing\u003c\/i\u003e is a roadmap to help you turn obstacles into opportunities and thrive in the competitive world of self-publishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Kathleen J. Shields\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1956581596\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781956581591\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Erin Go Bragh Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/22\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 148\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.39lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.34d","brand":"Kathleen J. Shields","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48442753810687,"sku":"9781956581591","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_f4f7b06f-feb5-4472-9499-7160c4c54f7f.jpg?v=1777199542","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-dark-side-of-self-publishing-kathleen-j-shields-9781956581591","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}