As part of an ongoing series on the acquisitions process, I am including the two biggest issues regarding what you can expect from the publishing process so that you can choose the right time in your career to begin the submission process.
Writing a book takes about a year of your life. And it is a lot of work. C&T is very collaborative in their approach with first time authors with lots of little milestones in between so that it’s not like you are being sent to a cabin in the woods and have to be locked in there until you complete your 300 page life story. We can help as much or as little as possible with everything from a product suggestion to a technique to try to resolve a construction issue to advice on colors. Be sure to ask an editor before you submit to them, how involved they are in the process and just be sure that their level of involvement really suits you.
You won’t be able to talk about or sell similar things on your etsy site so be sure you are comfortable with weighing how that will impact your bottom line as well as your time. A few authors have suggested that they stop their blog for the time that it takes them to write, but this is a bit of a slippery slope because keeping that audience they have built up over the years is really key seeing that they are the people who are probably going to buy your book. Staying connected with your customer/fan base is important which involves a lot of time. I call it “riding the wave.” When you are the busiest, it is going to be a bit of a juggling act with everyone wanting a piece of you. Don’t underestimate that commitment.
Next week…”What you can expect to make”!
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I have truly enjoyed this series of blogs. I know several people who have self published and the pitfalls they found to that situation. This series has given me numerous things to think about. The input and experience that your publishing company brings to the table is invaluable. Thanks again.
Debra