I have not Blogged for over a year!

1/4/2016

Hi there,

So ... it's been over four years since I started learning how to write novels and although I have one novel finished to a high standard and an agent getting it under as many publishers noses as humanly possible, there's still no book deal in sight. Sigh.

I join the ranks of many frustrated writers, I know. But here's the thing. I can't sit around and wait. Waiting never helps so I'm going to make some changes to the way I do things in 2016. I'm going to get my stuff out to readers any way I can.

Beta readers tell me they love my stories. My agent loves them. I love them. I need to get my stories into the hands of more people who will enjoy them too. I can no longer sit around hoping a traditional publisher will give me a nice shiny book deal. If nothing has arrived by the end of this year, then I will bring it to you myself.

Watch this space!

2 Comments

Thomas Weeks link

3/6/2017 12:29:09 pm

Emma,

You should discuss, with your husband, the possibility of publishing via CreateSpace (an Amazon company) or via Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing. As long as you've had a good serious battery of EDITS and REVISIONS to make the story as good and presentable as possible, self-publishing is definitely an option.

The main difference between CreateSpace versus AKDP is that CreateSpace allows you to purchase Author copies of your work at a greatly reduced rate, so can take them to book signings and hawk them to inhabit the shelves of local bookstores. AKDP has no such option...yet.

Both platforms are easy to navigate. Each offers TEMPLATES for you to stuff your text into, then a PREVIEWER to ensure every detail looks correct, ~before~ you click the APPROVE button to send out into the world. The profit margin runs from 35-70%, but you must have sales above $100 before they cut a revenue check, and that only after 60 days from hitting the mark. Both platforms offer MARKETING assistance; AKDP is more DIY, while CreateSpace pairs you with an individual who will coach you through some (PAID) activities.

Give it a look-see, if you haven't already. I'm still in the early stages of this, myself, but am looking forward to some notoriety...notice as I publish more of my stockpile, as well as upcoming new material.

Bless,
TJW
aka Sam Westhoek

Emma Pullar

3/30/2017 02:57:52 am

Hi Sam,

Hey, thanks so much for the advice. I've actually had an offer of publication but not for either of my current novels. They don't fit that publishers brand but I am working on something that might fit nicely. My agent is working on finding a book deal for my other two novels and if unsuccessful I will certainly look into self-publishing. Many of my friends have had great success this way. Thanks for stopping by and good luck with your writing!
Best,
Emma

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