Yesterday, we talked about the first P in successful publishing: Planning. Today we focus on Preparation.
Once you establish that your book is a viable product, begin outlining, organizing and writing it.
Also work on your platform (another important P word in successful publishing.) How?
• Create a massive mailing and emailing list.
• Become known among leaders in your book’s genre/topic.
• Become known among your potential readers by writing and submitting articles or stories to appropriate publications.
• Develop workshops and seminars on your book’s topic and present them.
• Publish your own newsletter.
This will be a busy and enjoyable period in the process of becoming a published author. You will sometimes think that these eight to thirty-eight (or so) months spent writing your book are the hardest you’ve ever experienced. But I want you to hold this thought: You ain’t seen nothing yet! Most authors say that they thought the writing process was hard until they got involved in promoting their books.
It is for this reason that I recommend working on your platform while you are in writing mode. You’ll be more well-prepared for what is to come.
If you are serious about producing a viable product–a successful book, you really MUST read my book, Publish Your Book, Proven Strategies and Resources for the Enterprising Author. Knowledge is essential to success in this industry.