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I am doing some writing work about entertaining and teaching. I do it part time, but I would like to get into it as a whole time author and online teacher. The challenges I am facing are how do I Self-Publish my writings?

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Hi Monday. You have several options in the cyber world. Some examples to consider are Amazon´s Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Barnes & Noble Press, Apple eBook Store, or similar.

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Hi Miguel! Thank you so much for the options you have given me. Would you also enlighten me on their conditions and terms for using their platforms to self-publish e-books? I appreciate your response so much. Thank you again.

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Hi Miguel! Again, to add on my recent question on their terms and conditions. This is in relation to, for instance, Amazon may either reject or accept the script and if they accept it, then conditions like the royalties and the 6% they pay you and so on. These are the terms and conditions I am asking about, that are attached to self-publishing on their platforms? Kindly enlighten me.

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Hi Monday. I suggest you to do your own research in the respective websites. The web is generous with more than enough information on the mentioned options. Enjoy the process and have success.

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Hi Miguel Navarrete! Its Monday again here, to learn from you, my mentor. I have 4 questions; 1. How do I check that my book script does not infringe anyone’s copyright? 2. How do I also secure or protect my work as I give the script out for editing and reviewing? 3. Apart from pricing, what are the ISBN Numbers or Barcodes for? 4. How does the Search Engine Optimization (SEO) work and how can I make use of it to market my book? Please help me with knowledge. Regards!

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Hi Monday,

Self-publishing can be a great way for authors to have control over the publishing process and keep a larger share of the profits from their work. Here are a few steps you can take to self-publish your writing:

Choose a self-publishing platform: There are many options out there, such as Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing, IngramSpark, and Lulu. Each platform has its own pros and cons, so do your research and choose the one that best meets your needs.

Prepare your book for publication: This includes formatting the book, creating a cover design, and editing the content. You may want to hire professionals to help with these tasks.

Publish your book: Once your book is ready, you can upload it to the self-publishing platform you have chosen and make it available for sale.

Market your book: Self-publishing doesn't come with the same built-in marketing support that traditional publishing does, so it's up to you to get the word out about your book. This can include creating a website, using social media, and reaching out to book reviewers and media outlets.

Here is a list of some self-publishing platforms that you may want to consider:

Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP): KDP is a popular choice for self-publishing ebooks. It is easy to use and has a wide reach, as books published through KDP can be sold on Amazon and other retailers.

IngramSpark: IngramSpark is a self-publishing platform that allows you to print and distribute physical copies of your book through their global distribution network. They also offer ebook publishing options.

Lulu: Lulu is a self-publishing platform that offers a range of services, including book printing, ebook publishing, and marketing support.

Kobo Writing Life: Kobo Writing Life is a self-publishing platform that allows you to publish and sell ebooks on the Kobo store and other retailers.

Smashwords: Smashwords is a self-publishing platform that allows you to publish and distribute ebooks in a variety of formats, including epub and mobi.

Draft2Digital: Draft2Digital is a self-publishing platform that allows you to publish and distribute ebooks to a wide range of retailers, including Amazon, Apple Books, and Kobo.

This is just a small sample of the self-publishing platforms available. I recommend doing some research to find the platform that best meets your needs.

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Hi Monday,

When we talk about formatting a book, we generally mean the way that the text and other elements of the book are laid out and structured. There are many different elements that can be included in the formatting of a book, and the specific formatting that is used can vary depending on the type of book and the preferences of the author and publisher. Some common elements of book formatting include:

Margins: The white space around the edges of the pages. Indentation: The space at the beginning of a paragraph or line. Line spacing: The space between lines of text. Font: The typeface used for the text. Headings: Text that is used to denote the start of a new section or chapter. Page numbers: Numbers that are used to indicate the page number of each page. Footnotes: Notes that are placed at the bottom of the page or in a separate section at the end of the book. Images and other graphics: Pictures, diagrams, and other visual elements that are included in the book. I hope this helps give you a better understanding of the formatting of a book. If you have any more questions, just let me know!

Sincerely, Coach tee

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Firstly, start by learning when and how to use punctuations it is very important. One can't attend success without knowing the rudiments of what you are getting into.

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You can self publish with Amazon kdp

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Hi Coach Tee!

Thank you very much, Thabiso Naleli. You have really given me the understanding of the formatting of a book.

You also taught me the steps to take to Self-Publish my writing.

I sincerely appreciate, and wont hesitate to ask again.

Sincerely, Monday K.

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Hi Thabiso Naleli!

I have finished writing my book. I am now editing it and trying to get the word out there using free facebook posts. My target groups are Christians and Start-up Entrepreneurs. I want to motivate them into practicing, but the feedback am getting is silence, probably the advert messages are not that attractive. Where else am I going wrong?

I am also thinking of starting to teach on what is in the book as an online couching business. How should I go about it?

Kind Regards, Monday K.

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