Self -publishing Nonfiction
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NonfictionSelf-
publishing
With Connie RossiniOF Indie Catholic Authors
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Why would a catholic self-publish nonfiction?
• small or very specific audience• large platform• control of the process• higher royalties• entrepreneurship and adventure• testing the waters
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Most advice for indie authors assumes you write fiction, especially genre fiction.
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6 Pieces of Advice to Ignore
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1. Write a series
Instead:
Write a timeless book
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2. Stick to ebooks
Instead:
Publish a paperback
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3. Price it $2.99 or less
Instead:
Start at $2.99
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4. Rely on borrows
Instead:
Make an audiobook
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5. Use a Bookbub ad
Instead:
Write guest posts
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6. Offer it free
Instead:
Use Countdown Deals
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5 Ways to market nonfiction
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1. Public Speaking
Parish groups, conferences, retreats, local library
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2. Blog or email newsletter
Build your list with great posts, links, and giveaways
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3. Book clubs and study groups
Offer a discount for bulk paperback purchases
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4. Use Key words in metadata
Title, subtitle, book description, categories
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5. Sell courses and services
Webinars, video courses, exclusive content, mentoring and consulting
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don’t waste your time on:
•Print ads
•Ads on other Catholic websites
•Spamming with “buy my book” posts on social media
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Write a great book.Best way to succeed: