Writing a Book? Reasons Why You Should Self-Publish

[Rob Williams]

Writing a book? Not sure whether to go the publisher vs. self-publish route? Don't know the benefits of either? James Altucher, an author who's dabbled a bit in both, has written a great article over at TechCrunch that can help clear a lot up before making your decision. While the focus of the article is more towards entrepreneurs, the information is useful for any author.

Read the rest of our post and then discuss it here!

 

[OriginalJoeCool]

I used to write a lot. I tried to self-publish, but didn't get ... anywhere, really. I'm more interested in non-fiction now. But presently my life story mostly consists of being in front of the computer.

 

[Rob Williams]

I think publicity is the hardest thing about self-publishing. If you are very active on social networks, I think getting the word out is easier than ever.

 

[OriginalJoeCool]

I just need something to write about.

 

[Tharic-Nar]

Got to admit, was a useful read - not that I have a book to publish, although my random and nonsensical thoughts are a dime a dozen... so maybe there's my niche.

So who wants to hear about the hamster, the bishop and the convertible? - rhetorical

 

[MacMan]

You got a point, just check out the 24 year old that makes millions self-publishing via Amazon below:

http://articles.businessinsider.com/2011-02-28/tech/29960359_1_kindle-store-book-sales-publishing

 

[OriginalJoeCool]

You got a point, just check out the 24 year old that makes millions self-publishing via Amazon below:

http://articles.businessinsider.com/2011-02-28/tech/29960359_1_kindle-store-book-sales-publishing

Wow, impressive. < / jealous >