{"product_id":"the-published-author-roxanne-mccarty-okane-9780645544725","title":"The Published Author","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou've poured your heart into writing your book, but now you are faced with the big question: 'How do I publish?' \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Published Author pulls back the curtain on the publishing world. This isn't a rigid, step-by-step manual, it's more like a choose-your-own-adventure for authors, where every possible path is laid out clearly so you can select the route that best aligns with your vision. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom traditional publishing to independent and self-publishing, award-winning ghostwriter and writing mentor Roxanne McCarty-O'Kane breaks down the pros and cons of each model, sharing insider knowledge and industry insights that will save you precious time, money and energy. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll also discover the often-overlooked truth: marketing is what determines whether your book shines or gathers dust. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith warmth, humour and honesty, Roxanne guides you through: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding your publishing options (and avoiding common pitfalls). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a strategy that fits your book's purpose and your personal goals. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeveraging your author platform and marketing your book for longevity. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal-world examples that show how different authors turned their stories into thriving ventures. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you dream of bookstore shelves, crave the freedom of independence or want to carve out a blend of both, Whether you dream of bookstore shelves, crave the freedom of independence or want to carve out a blend of both, \u003cem\u003eThe Published Author\u003c\/em\u003e will help you take your book from manuscript to marketplace in a way that means you can enjoy the journey along the way. w\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou've already proven you can do the hard thing - write a book. Now it's time to do the \u003cem\u003ebrave \u003c\/em\u003ething and publish your book. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow is the time to share your unique story with the world. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Roxanne McCarty-O'Kane\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0645544728\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780645544725\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Ignite \u0026amp; Write Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/01\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 224\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.78lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.61d","brand":"Roxanne McCarty-O'Kane","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47580141093119,"sku":"9780645544725","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_fc6dca02-80a1-4469-9702-07e6494f1846.jpg?v=1763879084","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-published-author-roxanne-mccarty-okane-9780645544725","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}