Writers everywhere can attest to the often arduous process associated with writing and publishing a book. It is one thing to pen (or in modern times, type) a story that one feels is worth reading. It is another thing entirely to find the means for most appropriately publishing that story. Traditional book publishing is a tenuous process that is reliant upon many different elements coming together seamlessly. Yet, with modern technology before us, there have arisen quite a few options for writers to learn how to publish a book; options that make the most sense for the writer and their particular circumstances.

One of the most available options for book publishing in modern times is that of self book publishing – an option that is now widely available through online resources. Self book publishing houses are offering more options than ever through comprehensive websites where writers can work first-hand in publishing their book according to their specifications.

Some of the benefits that the option of self book publishing can offer include:

*Convenience. Through self book publishing websites, writers can simply logon, upload their finished manuscript and make the choices necessary to publish their book.

*Timeliness. The most reputable self book publishing companies can publish a customer’s book – at the quantity that has been specified – and deliver them finished and bound within a matter of days.

*Autonomy. No longer are writers required to go through the often lengthy, frustrating – and often ultimately unsuccessful – process of trying to publish their work through traditional book publishing houses.

*Customization. Self book publishing houses allow writers to make their own choices regarding how the finished book will be printed. Choices for customization include everything from binding and paper stock to the inclusion of artwork and photography.

With self book publishers in the modern mix, now more than ever writers have options available to them regarding publishing – and can finally step up and take control of the entire process.

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Writing is certainly not a pastime for adults only. For those who love writing there is no age guideline; in fact those who develop a lifelong love of writing tend to begin the love affair very early in life. Writers who are just beginning to understand the nuances of putting together a story are often in their teen years – with writing that initiates from school assignments and burgeons into something else entirely, fostering a love for the craft that carries over into adulthood and perhaps even a professional career as a writer.

For some teenagers the time to start is now; they have been bitten by the bug and are ready to see their words in print. First time authors of any age face difficulties in breaking into the book publishing world; there are many hoops through which to jump and inexperienced and previously unpublished writers face enormous challenges. It is almost a given that the bigger publishing houses will not accept unsolicited manuscripts and require book submissions to be through a literary agent; which means that writers must first make contact and be accepted by an agent that will agree to represent the book.

Teenaged writers who want to skip the traditional processes – at least for the first time – may opt for self book publishing instead. Self book publishing companies – that today can be found online – allow writers to submit their work and choose a number of printing specifications before deciding on the quantity that they wish to print.

First time authors can find their way easily through the comprehensive sites provided by self book publishing companies – making choices such as binding, paper stock, ink choices, the inclusion of artwork and photography, and the quantities that they want to print.

Teenaged authors who are under the age of eighteen should work with their parents to upload their manuscript to a secure self book publishing site and to make choices regarding the printing of their book.

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In the last post we discussed the desire for some authors to write and publish a book that is solely meant for pre-teens – a challenging goal to say the least. Once a writer is confident that they are able to “speak the language” of this particular generation and they craft a story that makes sense for this age group, they may wonder what to do with their finished manuscript. While it would be nice to simply submit a manuscript to a traditional book publisher and have them decide on the spot that they wish to print your book, this is not how the process works. Rather, it tends to be a very long road that often requires literary agent representation and just as often ends in rejection.

Rather, for those authors who wish to simply go forward with the publishing of their book in a non-traditional – but just as effective – way, there is the availability of self book publishers that are currently found online.

The Internet, in fact, has completely opened the world of publishing to would-be authors, allowing them to take control of the publishing process. Offering comprehensive websites, self book publishers provide writers the ability to upload their finished manuscript and make simple choices regarding the finished manifestation of the book, including:

* The choice of binding. Perfect bound or staple bound – it’s completely up to the writer and also the length of the book in consideration.

* Paper stock and ink varieties. Oftentimes, writers are able to make choices regarding the weight of the paper and the type of ink that will be used. These small details have enormous impact on the finished product.

* The inclusion of artwork and/or photographs. Oftentimes self book publishers offer authors the ability to upload any artwork or photographs they wish to include in their story. These details can really finish a book off nicely.

* Quantity printed. Online self book publishers actually allow the writer to determine how many copies of their book they wish to print. Once their book is printed, writers can then determine where they would like them to go – straight to their door, or to a retail outlet for sale.

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Those pre-teen years; who can forget them? Unfortunately we couldn’t forget them even if we tried – the awkwardness, the social confusion, the complete disconnect between mind and whatever it is our bodies are attempting to do. This is the age group often referred to as the “tween” years – as children are caught between a world of childhood play and more adult pursuits in which they may be interested but for which they may not necessarily be prepared. For many of us during these difficult years books were able to provide an escape and, in some cases such as with the popular Judy Blume novels that were mostly geared to this age group, we were able to gain some insight into the experiences of other children our age. Horray! We weren’t alone!

Writing for this age group is a noble – and certainly challenging – pursuit. But if an author is able to pull it off they can find themselves in an enormously successful niche of writing. Book publishing for this particular target audience is a bit difficult as the book itself must be able to appeal strongly to them; and as we grow – thank goodness – we become less connected to what drives this age group; what is important to them, what they think/dream about, what makes them happy, sad, embarrassed, angry. But for those who are able to bridge the gap and create something meaningful for tweens the process of book publishing is the next challenge.

Traditional book publishing is not easy; you can’t simply walk into a book publishing house, drop a manuscript on a desk, and expect a positive response. Rather, it is often a lengthy process that is negotiated between book publishers and a literary agent that has agreed to represent the book. For those writers who feel that they have a great story to tell and don’t have the time – or the desire – to wait for traditional book publishers there is another option.

In the next post we’ll discuss the ins and outs of self book publishing.

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Those who love to write can attest to the fact that there is often a story going on inside their heads; complete with plot and developed characters that become as real to them as your own family and friends. It often comes to the point that if you don’t put pen to paper – or fingers to computer keys in this day and age – and get the story out the characters begin to rattle around inside your head looking for escape. The point is that writers – true writers – have to write; they have no choice.

But a written book does not necessarily mean a published book. Getting a book published requires dedication, patience, and a whole lot of luck. Often, in order to even be allowed in the door of most book publishers, a writer needs to be represented by a literary agent; another person that must first be convinced of the book’s potential for success. A significant waiting game ensues and often – when all is said and done – a book never sees the light of day.

For writers who just want to write – and don’t necessarily need to have their book published by the traditional book publishers – there is the alternative option of self book publishers.

Online self book publishers offer writers comprehensive websites where writers can upload their finished manuscript and make the book their own – where characters comes to life and the story can be told. Once the finished book is uploaded to the website, the writer can begin to make choices that will personalize the finished product. Such choices include the type of ink and paper stock they wish to use, the binding they prefer, and even the artwork and/or photographs they wish to include in their book.

With self book publishers a story can be told the way the writer wishes to tell it – without the input of traditional book publishers and literary agents.

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The summer months bring warm days and more time to spend doing the things that we love to do. Summer is the time when most of us schedule our vacations; the season in which work slows down, days are longer, and we are able to spend more time with family and friends. The lazy, hazy days of summer are also the season in which we choose to pursue dreams that may evade us during busier months. For those with a dream to publish a book, the summer may be the perfect time to start exploring the options available in the modern world of book publishing.

While writers at one time may have had to shop their book manuscript to literary agents and book publishing houses - and wait for an answer regarding the validity of their book, today writers are much more in control of their options. Those who have a finished book manuscript that has been proofread and edited do not have to wait for book publishers or literary agents to weigh in regarding the future of the book. Through self book publishers found online, writers have the ability to simply decide they want to publish their book and move in that direction.

Step 1: Uploading the finished, edited manuscript to the secure server of the online self book publishers.

Step 2: Customization of the book. Writers can make decisions regarding the final look of the book; decisions including binding, paper stock, and ink. The finished product will reflect the personal style and taste of the writer.

Step 3: The inclusion of artwork and photography. If the book in question would benefit from the addition of artwork or photography the writers can choose to include such elements – uploading them to the website of the self book publishers.

Step 4: Choosing quantities and printing books. Writers can determine how many books they wish to print and where they would like them shipped.

This summer, when there’s time to relax and pursue those things that are important to you, look into the options available through self book publishers.

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As humans we are hardly one dimensional creatures; we have many interests and things that we are good at – not one thing defines or describes us; rather, we are the culmination of all the realities about us. Stay-at-home mothers arguably do one of the hardest jobs that there is to do on earth. But they are also pigeon holed by many people as women who have no other interests besides their children. Clearly, this is not true; it can just be difficult for stay-at-home moms to find the appropriate outlets – and surely the time – to explore all of their different interests beyond the kids.

For moms who are interested in writing – and may have a number of great ideas to put to paper – there are options for bringing a book to life. Self book publishers offer alternative book publishing options for many people who are interested in writing but do not have the desire to go the traditional route for publishing a book.

For stay-at-home moms, who devote any free time they may be lucky enough to find to the creation of a great book idea, self book publishers that are found online can offer the perfect solution for printing their finished product. Online self book publishers offer secure, comprehensive websites where authors have the ability to upload their manuscript, make changes, select customization features including binding, paper stock, and artwork, and print the quantity of the books they desire.

Stay-at-home moms can explore self book publishers to determine the possibility of publishing:

* That work of fiction they’ve had in their head for years. With a great story and equally fantastic characters, a fictional piece can make a great beginning to a new writing career.

* A piece of non-fiction. We have all something to say and for those who have the means and the ability to tell our own stories – or another true story – the world of non-fiction writing is available as a means of communication.

* Family stories. For moms who wish to tell the story of their family – so that their children and their children’s children can read about those who came before them – writing a book can be the perfect outlet. There’s no better family heirloom than the gift of words.

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In this computer age, we, as consumers, have come to rely upon the sheer simplicity of the many of the tasks that we need to complete. The computer has certainly made things more convenient, allowing us to work, communicate, play, shop, and conduct research from the privacy of our homes. And, so we are often surprised – literally taken aback – when there is no simple way to accomplish the task at hand. Luckily, with the continued advancement of technology, there are very few things that cannot be completed with the touch of a few buttons; book publishing among them.

Book publishing used to be a process that was relegated to the large and small professional publishing houses; authors, up until most recently, were largely dependent upon these publishing houses to decide if, and when, their work should be published and the process through which this would occur.

But today, self book publishers allow authors to make their own choices when it comes to publishing their books through the online resources available to them. Online self book publishers offer a service that is available to everyone who desires it; rather than only those who are accepted.

Through these very simple steps, authors can choose to have their work published at any time that they choose and for any reason that they choose:

1. Upload. Authors, having already proofread and edited their work, upload their finished manuscript to the secure website offered by the self book publishing house.

2. Customization. Authors then make customization decisions regarding their work, decisions including paper stock options, binding, and any artwork or photography they wish to include. By deciding between these choices, authors are personalizing their finished book as they see fit.

3. Quantities. Once the manuscript has been received and customization choices made, the author then needs to decide how many books they wish to print. Quantities are completely dependent upon the choice made by the author.

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Anyone who has ever been interested in writing a book generally knows of the processes involved in attempting to get the book published. Book publishers – of which there are many – tend to specialize in different genres. It is up to the writer – or the literary agent working on behalf of the writer – to identify those book publishers that would likely be most interested in a particular manuscript.

Literary agents tend to be especially important when dealing with traditional book publishers as a great many of these book publishing houses do not accept manuscripts that are not represented by literary agents. Book publishers consider literary agents to be the first line of defense in weeding out less than desirable work. Authors who submit manuscripts through the representation of a literary agent are considered to be far more reputable than those authors who simply shop directly to the publishing houses.

Clearly the entire process of approaching a book publishing house – and waiting for word – can be enormously time consuming and certainly frustrating. Additionally, it is unacceptable in the industry to submit a manuscript to multiple book publishing houses. Rather, an author must submit their manuscript to a carefully chosen publisher – one that they feel would be interested in the work based upon their genre focus – and wait to hear their response. If the manuscript is rejected, only then can the writer move on to another publisher.

Self book publishers take the time and guesswork out of the publishing process. Rather than an author awaiting the response from a book publisher as to whether or not their manuscript is desirable, the writer can simply decide on their own that their work is worthy of printing.

Through self book publishers writers can choose the paper stock, binding, ink, and artwork that will best suit their work, and – after uploading their edited manuscript – decide the quantity that they wish to print. Whether it is a book that will simply mark an accomplishment, or one that will be offered for sale, writers can take heart that there are many options when it comes to publishing their work.

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Writer everywhere face a number of challenges. Creatively speaking it may be easy to put down on paper thoughts and stories that have been in your head for some time. But it becomes a bit more difficult when there is editing, proofreading, and the variety of other “administrative” functions that must be addressed to make the work its very best. Then, of course, comes the process of trying to get the book published – an arduous task especially if you have not been published previously. Generally, writers need first to acquire a literary agent – a go-between for writers and book publishing houses. The fact is that most book publishing houses will not accept unsolicited manuscripts that are not represented by literary agents. After many possible attempts to have their work represented by literary agents, or considered by book publishing houses, many frustrated writers may choose to simply shelve their books and move on to something else.

But with the use of self book publishing services now found online, writers can take their work off the shelf and publish it the way they originally intended. The Internet has opened the door for many new services and self book publishing is one such service that has helped writers achieve their dreams.

Through self book publishing websites, writers have the ability to simply choose to publish their book – without all the traditional processes that are attached. To begin, writers upload their manuscripts to the secure book publishing website; there they can make changes and choose customization options that will personalize their book. Such customization options include paper stock, ink choices, binding, and even the inclusion of photographs and artwork that will help support the story.

To end the book publishing process, writers simply choose the quantity of books they wish to print and the finished product is shipped straight to their door or to the retail outlet where they wish to offer the book for sale.

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