Self-publishing is a growing area and writers need independent and reliable advice they can trust. This guide is full of practical, nuts-and-bolts information on each aspect of the DIY-publishing process, from editing and page layout, cover design and book production, publicity and selling. Each chapter is written by publishing professionals expert in supporting authors and is full of insights from successful self-published authors themselves.

This guide is essential reading for any indie author who wants to go it totally alone, who wants to work with other independent professionals or who might choose to pay for self-publishing provider services. It gives the pros and cons and potential financial outlay for the various options available so writers can make informed decisions about the best approach for their own book.

This book is a collaboration between the Writers' & Artists' editorial team, industry professionals and seasoned self-published writers. They bring together their shared knowledge of the publishing process and best practices to advise writers on how to successfully self-publish.

Introduction by Jane Davis, winner of the 2019 Selfies Award
Chapter 1 - Choosing to self-publish
Chapter 2 - Editing your work by Lisa Carden
Chapter 3 - Design: from manuscript to finished book by Catherine Lutman
Chapter 4 - Book Production by Jane Rowland
Chapter 5 - Reaching your market: distribution and sales by Andrew Bromley
Chapter 6 - Standing out from the crowd: PR, publicity and marketing by Belinda Griffin
Chapter 7 - Advice from self-published authors: case studies
Glossary
Index