Learn the ins and outs of indie publishing and having your own imprint in this informative episode of Indie Author Blueprint. We dive into the pros, including profit margins and control, and the cons, such as limited distribution and the stigma of self-publishing. Don't miss this essential guide for aspiring indie authors.

Pros

* No gatekeepers – no literary agents or publishers calling the shots.

* Better profit margins ­– fewer people to take a cut of your profits (agents, publisher, distributor, etc.).

* More control and flexibility – you make the final decisions about editing and design, marketing, and distribution. You can think outside the box and take risks.

* Faster

* Can run ads to the book from Amazon.

* Can see sales numbers up to the week in my dashboard.

* Might not need to write a book proposal.

Cons

* No gatekeepers – the author needs to know the industry and make good decisions about editing, design, and quality. Shortcuts will cost.

* Limited distribution – The author/publisher might not be able to get their book into the same markets as a traditional publisher.

* Stigma – some people see self-published books as lower in quality.

* Need to self-motivate

* Cost

* Authors might not do their due diligence. (Book proposals are helpful for that, and you might want to write an informal one, anyway!)

Action Steps

I created a worksheet for you to use as you think through the pros and cons and create a plan to maximize both writing.

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