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Do you want to self-publish?

  • Donna Munro
  • Jun 1, 2022
  • 2 min read

This October I am running an Academy Short Course for Romance Writers of Australia.


The Dozen Steps of Self-Publishing Your Novel – Short Course

There’s no better joy to an aspiring romance author than the arrival of the first book baby. Holding a debut book in your hands, flipping the pages, rubbing the cover and staring at your author picture may seem surreal. Advancements in technology make it possible for you to simply self-publish – if you know how. The dozen steps of self-publishing

  1. Write

  2. Drafts and Edits

  3. Register

  4. Market

  5. Layout

  6. Book Cover

  7. Proof

  8. Last Edit

  9. Print

  10. Distribute

  11. Social Media

  12. Website and other marketing

This course includes tasks, checklists and templates. As an indie author of four romance novels, How to Self-Publish in Oz and successful freelance writer, Donna Munro can show you how to take the steps. After working in publishing as a book marketing publicist and learning the ropes, she transitioned to self-publishing while working full-time. There were pitfall but the enjoyment of learning to self-publish professionally outweighed any doubts. She helps other writers achieve their goals by providing newsletters, websites, book design, book covers and additional guidance. Pre-course preparation A manuscript (it does not need to be complete yet) Course Type Craft Hours of Commitment 5 – 10 hours Presenters Bio As an indie author of four women’s fiction novels, and the bestselling non-fiction How to Self-Publish in Oz, freelance writer, Donna Munro can show you how to take the steps. After working in publishing as a book marketing publicist and learning the ropes, she transitioned to self-publishing. She helps other writers achieve their goals by providing newsletters, websites, book design, book covers and additional guidance. Skills include multiple computer platforms and apps (mostly while working for RWA as Administrative Officer), 18 years in the printing industry, writing diploma, graphic design, publishing, administration, marketing and event management. Find her at www.donnamunroauthor.com

 
 
 

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