break into publishing: move your blog into a book

WHO

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WHY

• You have a story to share.

• You already have an audience & platform.

• You know how to use social media.

• You already have the content to share.

• You can use an eBook to gain subscribers.

• You can make money.

WHAT

• A PDF downloadable instant result document

• A Kindle eBook

• A traditional book proposal

HOW

• Read.

• Reach out to your favorite authors & ask questions.

• Evaluate your content. What do your readers resonate with? What can you repackage?

HOW PART 1:

• a killer idea

• a well developed platform

• good writing

HOW PART 2:

• the democratization of the process

• mo’ money

• instant access to feedback & payment

• price controls & promotions

SELF PUBLISHING +s

• print capacity

• PR & marketing muscle

• better editing

• professionals who have walked this road

• for better or worse people are impressed

TRADITIONAL PUBLISHING +s

• Check out Amazon Kindle Direct Plus.

• Design a cover that stands out.

• Choose an editor wisely.

• YouTube tutorials make the world go round.

SELF PUBLISHING TIPS

• Look for publishing contests.

• Write a strong proposal.

• Pitch an agent - the smart way.

• Research & attend conferences.

• Be teachable but stay true.

TRADITIONAL PUBLISHING TIPS

• Be confident in your work & why it will make a difference.

• Partner with people & express your gratitude for what they do.

• Be a little crazy & unafraid to standout.

• www.queenoffree.net/blogtobook

• Get up & do it all over again tomorrow.

FINAL TIPS