Self-Publishing: why it may be best for you


There are many good reasons why authors choose to self-publish their books.

You are in charge of publication

No need to search for an agent. No need to wait months or years to find a publisher who might might want to publish your work. Traditional publishers receive thousands of book proposals each year, and can publish only a small percentage of them. Self-publishing writers take the initiative, working with helpful professionals to make sure they create the book the writer wants.

Speed

Your book can be professionaly designed, published and ready for the market within a few months.

You choose the people you work with

Every book must be designed before it can be printed. You can find Longfeather and other professional designers online.  Check out our websites, and use email or telephone to contact the one who seems best for you.

Who prints your book and how it is printed is also your choice. You can select Offset (printing large quantities), POD (print on demand), or Ebook (online viewing) or a combination of any of them to produce your book. You will have options for physical dimension, paper weight and color.

If the printing process seems a bit daunting your designer can usually do all of the heavy lifting for you. Since they work with printers constantly they can often recommend a printer that they have a working relationship with.

You are a partner in the creative process

To compete with other books in its field and to demand attention on the booksellers’ shelves, your book must look professional. A compelling cover is very important. Also important is an inside text designed for easy readability. This is acheived by applying the fundamental principals of typography—Very important, often overlooked.

At Longfeather Book Design, the writer is a full participant in the visual design of the book, and makes final decisions on proofreading, editing, cover art and interior typographic arrangements.  That way you get the book you want.

Self-publishing is often the only way to tell a story that is important to you

Unless you are famous, no traditional publisher is likely to publish your memoirs.  Yet family, relatives and friends are interested in your life.  Your personal story  could well become a family treasure.  Other people with similar histories may also be interested in your experiences. A POD (print-on-demand)  digitally-printed short-run book is an ideal way to create a book that will satisfy this group of readers.

You can create your own text book and study guiedes

Teachers are often dissatified with the textbooks they are asked to use, especially in specialized area of instruction.  Writing your own textbook can be an answer to that problem and may be affordable in a POD formatt.  Remember, however, that its contents will be judged in part by the book’s appearance.  Professional book design is a great advantage.

You have your own reasons

Whatever your reasons for self-publishing, it is important to work with people who will help you reach your goals and Longfeather Book Design can help every step of the way by: