http://www.artbizblog.com/2008/01/why-i-self-published-my-book.html for the Business of Being an Artist Fri, 10 Feb 2012 01:18:13 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.artbizblog.com/2008/01/why-i-self-published-my-book.html/comment-page-1#comment-3137 Marcela Tue, 29 Jan 2008 22:00:21 +0000 http://www.artbizblog.com/2008/01/why-i-self-published-my-book.html#comment-3137 Alyson, I recently started interning at a company and learned about a couple of self-publishing companies, one of which is AuthorHouse. I think it's definitely a great thing. And I would completely agree with you if I was in your situation. I, too, would not want other people to make more money than me off of my work. It definitely is convenient, too. It's way faster. Anyway, congratulations on self-publishing your work and on all your success. Keep up all the great work! Alyson, I recently started interning at a company and learned about a couple of self-publishing companies, one of which is AuthorHouse. I think it’s definitely a great thing. And I would completely agree with you if I was in your situation. I, too, would not want other people to make more money than me off of my work. It definitely is convenient, too. It’s way faster. Anyway, congratulations on self-publishing your work and on all your success. Keep up all the great work!

]]> http://www.artbizblog.com/2008/01/why-i-self-published-my-book.html/comment-page-1#comment-3136 Shan Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:42:48 +0000 http://www.artbizblog.com/2008/01/why-i-self-published-my-book.html#comment-3136 Alyson, Thank you for answering my question and posting an image of one of my paintings. Both are truly appreciated. It appears that maintaining creative control over the quality of your book, from its conception to its final form, was imporant to you. Visual artists certainly relate to that! It has been very inspiring to read about your writing and publishing process. Thanks for sharing. Now I need to order the book! Alyson, Thank you for answering my question and posting an image of one of my paintings. Both are truly appreciated. It appears that maintaining creative control over the quality of your book, from its conception to its final form, was imporant to you. Visual artists certainly relate to that! It has been very inspiring to read about your writing and publishing process. Thanks for sharing. Now I need to order the book!

]]> http://www.artbizblog.com/2008/01/why-i-self-published-my-book.html/comment-page-1#comment-3135 Alyson B. Stanfield Tue, 22 Jan 2008 16:49:12 +0000 http://www.artbizblog.com/2008/01/why-i-self-published-my-book.html#comment-3135 Linda: Thanks! But I, too, had a superb editor and a second wonderful copyeditor. I wouldn't spend a dime on a book without them. Nor would I trust the interior and cover to anyone but experienced book designers. The shipping, however, well, that's my job. And, you're right! I know that having a traditional publisher doesn't mean they promote you one iota. You gotta beat the bushes. Thanks so much for sharing your experiences. Linda: Thanks! But I, too, had a superb editor and a second wonderful copyeditor. I wouldn’t spend a dime on a book without them. Nor would I trust the interior and cover to anyone but experienced book designers. The shipping, however, well, that’s my job. And, you’re right! I know that having a traditional publisher doesn’t mean they promote you one iota. You gotta beat the bushes. Thanks so much for sharing your experiences.

]]> http://www.artbizblog.com/2008/01/why-i-self-published-my-book.html/comment-page-1#comment-3134 Linda Armstrong Tue, 22 Jan 2008 16:42:02 +0000 http://www.artbizblog.com/2008/01/why-i-self-published-my-book.html#comment-3134 You are the perfect example of a successful self-published author. You have a generous blog, which you maintain faithfully. You make personal appearances and provide coaching services. Your book is a tool, and an integrated part of your brand. This would not work for me. I like to have the services of a talented editor, book designer, marketing, and shipping staff, but I certainly am learning a lot about promotion from you. Even those of us who are extensively published by traditional houses must push our own products. My best, Linda You are the perfect example of a successful self-published author. You have a generous blog, which you maintain faithfully. You make personal appearances and provide coaching services. Your book is a tool, and an integrated part of your brand. This would not work for me. I like to have the services of a talented editor, book designer, marketing, and shipping staff, but I certainly am learning a lot about promotion from you. Even those of us who are extensively published by traditional houses must push our own products. My best, Linda

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