There are three things that get in the way of an author’s success:
Unrealistic expectations
Assumptions
Impatience
To overcome these obstacles to your publishing success:
1: Study the publishing industry to the point where you understand what is going on and what to expect.
2: Do not assume that all publishing companies, agents, editors and pay-to-publish services are the same. Do your homework. Be informed and prepared.
3: Take your time. Do not rush into anything. Too many authors kill their chances at success by hurrying into publication without appropriate knowledge and preparation.
Prepare yourself for the fiercely competitive business of publishing by reading my latest book: Publish Your Book, Proven Strategies and Resources for the Enterprising Author. Available in Kindle, Nook and other reader formats as well as print at amazon.com, B&N and most other online and downtown bookstores. You can also order it from the author’s website: http://www.matilijapress.com