The Self-Publishing Workbook: The Life-Changing Guide to Writing, Publishing, and Marketing Your Book, Becoming a Bestselling Author, and Making an Im (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780980595352)

Have you ever dreamed of writing and publishing a book but don't know where to start? Do all the publishing options overwhelm you? Would you like to turn your passion for writing and publishing into a thriving business? Then this book is for you!

Embark on an exhilarating journey through writing, publishing, and marketing your book and becoming a successful author with this dynamic, interactive workbook. Whether you're a complete novice to the world of writing and publishing or a traditionally published author looking to venture out on your own, The Self-Publishing Workbook is your launchpad to flourishing as an authorpreneur.

In this groundbreaking guide, leading self-publishing consultant Julie Postance reveals her proven strategies used by hundreds of clients to become thriving authors of beautiful books that impact audiences worldwide.

Traditional publishers accept approximately 1% of submitted manuscripts. Why not bypass rejection, create your book your way, and begin selling books and building credibility faster?

This beautiful 322-page book reveals step by step how to:

-Ignite your creativity and share your message in a high-quality book that makes a difference in the world

-Set your book up for success and master the essential elements to publish

-Design an award-winning cover that captures your readers' attention

-Polish your manuscript with a professional editor

-Create a captivating layout for your book that will have people ordering doubles for gifts

-Publish as a paperback, hardback, and e-book for global distribution across all major retailers

-Apply highly effective marketing strategies to your book so that it consistently sells

-Rank at the top of your categories as a #1 Amazon Bestseller

Packed with inspiring self-publishing success stories, motivational quotes, actionable insights, exercises, and prompts, The Self-Publishing Workbook is the ultimate roadmap for aspiring indie authors.

Julie Postance is a highly sought after independent publishing consultant and facilitator, who has guided hundreds of heart-centered writers to achieve success as published authors of inspiring books. Julie is the author and ghostwriter of six nonfiction books. She lives in Melbourne, Australia, with her twin boys and fur baby. For more information, visit www.iinspiremedia.com.au.

"I can't praise Julie highly enough. She is not only a master of her craft but is incredibly generous with her insights." -Kate Christiansen, author of The Thrive Cycle

"I am so grateful to Julie. With her support, I have now published three bestselling books on Aware Parenting and I'm planning four more!" -Marion Rose, PhD and author of Raising Compassionate and Resilient Children, I'm Here and I'm Listening, and The Emotional Life of Babies

"Julie's guidance proved invaluable and helped me indie publish a book of an exceptional professional standard. My book has done so well. I sold 4,000 copies in one month, and now I have made a deal with a major Australian publisher. Thank you, Julie. I couldn't have done it without you!" -Shannon Kelly White, author of Shannon's Kitchen

"My first children's book, My Strong Mind, became successful with translations in eleven languages. I went on to create two more children's books in my Positive Mindset series and another book entitled How I Beat My Bully. I sold 25,000 books across all channels, making $140K in royalties for four children's books in a year." -Niels van Hove, author