My process

  • Dream it.

    Watch the series on Writing Mastery Academy — Secrets to Self Publishing

    https://www.writingmastery.com/products/secrets-to-self-publishing-success/categories/2149542595/posts/2154890362

  • Build it.

    Make a calendar/goal chart for each project. You can use a spreadsheet, notions, etc. Set up times with editors/designers.

  • Grow it.

    Talk to a tax or business professional. Decide if you want an LLC, Sole Proprieter, or other. Decide if you’re going to use a pen name. Platforms, etc. Create a list of questions to ask.

    LLC for press, then trademark pen names

    FEIN

    then set up bank account, cc, PayPal

  • Sell it.

    Read: Self-Publisher’s Legal Handbook by Helen Sedwick.

    KDP

    IngramSpark

    Draft2Digital

    Arcs - booksprout

    preorder campaign - art/special cover/something

  • Make it.

    It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

  • Share it.

    It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.