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Virgo-AriesArtist
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posted June 11, 2012 12:40 PM
  
I'm feeling drawn to publish a collection of my creative word endeavors, either in e-book form or self-published volumes....any suggestions, ideas or advice you can offer, dear Knowflakes?Oh, and how does one select which ones to include? IP: Logged |
T
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posted June 11, 2012 12:51 PM
I think that is a great idea for you! I don't know alot about how this works, but I'm throwing it out there. I think many people are self-publishing this way...?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/seller-account/mm-summary-page.html?topic=200260520 Best of luck!  IP: Logged |
Bluemoonchild
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posted June 11, 2012 12:56 PM
wonderful idea. IP: Logged |
Cancer/Scorpio729
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posted June 11, 2012 01:05 PM
Yes yes yes! I have no idea how to self-publish, but I think you should do it!IP: Logged |
Randall
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posted June 12, 2012 10:54 AM
Another Knowflake self-published her poetry (LMN). I have her autographed book.------------------
"Never mentally imagine for another that which you would not want to experience for yourself, since the mental image you send out inevitably comes back to you." Rebecca Clark IP: Logged |
Virgo-AriesArtist
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posted June 12, 2012 11:45 AM
Randall, who is LMN? I would love to talk with her about it  IP: Logged |
T
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posted June 15, 2012 10:47 AM
I think he meant LMB.So is the amazon thing a no go?  IP: Logged |
T
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posted June 15, 2012 10:49 AM
Self-publishing a book: 25 things you need to know http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-18438_7-10119891-82/self-publishing-a-book-25-things-you-need-to-know/ IP: Logged |
Alma Sun
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posted June 15, 2012 11:27 AM
Don't know anything about publishing myself but I'd say go for it. Your writings are super amazing. ------------------
"The snake which cannot cast its skin has to die. As well the minds which are prevented from changing their opinions; they cease to be mind." --- Friedrich Nietzsche IP: Logged |
Virgo-AriesArtist
Knowflake Posts: 854
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posted June 15, 2012 11:31 AM
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Originally posted by T:
I think he meant LMB.So is the amazon thing a no go?
T, The Amazon thing could definitely work, I'm just collecting other research for knowledge sake. I like how little upfront money is required, especially since I'm a newbie to publishing, I just need to figure out how to get it our to the right potential audience. The next question I have for everybody is how do I narrow down what poems get included? I've done a topic-focused collection before for a journaling class in college, but otherwise, my poems run the full gamut of topics and emotional tones...I'm hard-pressed to pick, but I want to make sure whichever selection I include is mostly cohesive, and appealing. IP: Logged |
Virgo-AriesArtist
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posted June 15, 2012 11:32 AM
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Originally posted by Alma Sun:
Don't know anything about publishing myself but I'd say go for it. Your writings are super amazing.
Thanks, Alma Sun!! I appreciate the encouragement! IP: Logged |
T
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posted June 15, 2012 04:55 PM
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Originally posted by Virgo-AriesArtist:
The next question I have for everybody is how do I narrow down what poems get included?
I would not narrow them down. Pack the book full of everything your heart and soul has ever written.
Also, I remember a book I came across once when I was younger. It was full of someone's poetry, but every other page or so, it has simple line drawings and sketches by someone else. They didnt alwyas necessarily fit in with what the poetry was about, but they made for a nice "pause" and broke up the book well imo. They added interest. That may be something to think about too. Helping a visual artist (if that is something you think would fit in alongside your poetry). Can't wait for the day you accompish this. Because I know you will. 
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Randall
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posted June 15, 2012 05:03 PM
Haha! Yeah, I got on an alphabet roll there, but LMB. She's no longer around. ------------------
"Never mentally imagine for another that which you would not want to experience for yourself, since the mental image you send out inevitably comes back to you." Rebecca Clark IP: Logged |
Virgo-AriesArtist
Knowflake Posts: 854
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posted June 15, 2012 06:11 PM
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Originally posted by T:
I would not narrow them down. Pack the book full of everything your heart and soul has ever written.Also, I remember a book I came across once when I was younger. It was full of someone's poetry, but every other page or so, it has simple line drawings and sketches by someone else. They didn't always necessarily fit in with what the poetry was about, but they made for a nice "pause" and broke up the book well imo. They added interest. That may be something to think about too. Helping a visual artist (if that is something you think would fit in alongside your poetry). Can't wait for the day you accomplish this. Because I know you will.
Thank you for your optimism and excitement, T!!! I am so PSYCHED about this and getting more so by the minute!!! I love the Jupiter in Gemini (in my 3rd house) energy I am channeling....  I love the idea, T, about putting everything I've ever written...my only challenge is I've been writing since I was 12 years old... That encompasses nearly 15 YEARS of writing, and during some periods of my life, it has been incredibly prolific....and I write more if not every day lately, at least 3 or so a week... I do also sketch, so perhaps could also include a few of those per your suggestion... Ey yei yei....this sounds monumental and I cannot wait til I get to see the finished product...what a project for this year ahead, and I have a feeling it may take the entire transit of Jupiter to see it through, but it's been my lifelong goal to share my words with the world...  IP: Logged |
T
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posted June 22, 2012 07:04 AM
Yeah, that would be a lot to squeeze in! But there is no limit to pages Very cool that you could add your own art too! How's it coming along now? Wishing you the best and yes, a Jupiter transit should give you a big boost to make this dream come true! Keep us posted IP: Logged |
Virgo-AriesArtist
Knowflake Posts: 854
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posted June 22, 2012 08:31 AM
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Originally posted by T:
Yeah, that would be a lot to squeeze in! But there is no limit to pages Very cool that you could add your own art too! How's it coming along now? Wishing you the best and yes, a Jupiter transit should give you a big boost to make this dream come true! Keep us posted
Thanks for checking in, T! I'm having trouble getting into my old doc files from middle school, so in the meantime, I am typing up handwritten poems from 2004, and organizing the more recent stuff It's fun riding the tide of enthusiasm!!!! Question: Is each poem given it's own page, or can the poems flow one after another?
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Randall
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posted June 22, 2012 12:20 PM
Either way you want to do it.------------------
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Virgo-AriesArtist
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posted July 06, 2012 02:44 PM
I'm organizing them by date, as it shows how the story and journey of my life progresses...so far, I've typed up most of poetry from 2001-2005...still finding more, LOL  What a ride it is to re-read all the most condensed emotional moments of your life...I am totally re-experiencing it all, and all I can say is WOW. IP: Logged |
SunChild
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posted July 07, 2012 02:21 AM
Sounds awesome VAA.
I self-published through LuLu, my book is on Amazon & other places. I've done the whole process from start til finish, so if you have any queries I'm more than happy to help.  ------------------
Be soft. Do not let the world make you hard. Do not let pain make you hate. Do not let bitterness steal your sweetness. Take pride that even though the rest of the world may disagree, you still believe it to be a beautiful place. -Kurt Vonnegut. IP: Logged |
Randall
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posted July 07, 2012 12:22 PM
What!?! You have a book? I want to buy it!------------------
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SunChild
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posted July 07, 2012 06:04 PM
No one has bought it yet.
I'm thinking of revising it again. I'm scared. When I'm confident I will post it here. I'm just really chicken at the moment.IP: Logged |
Virgo-AriesArtist
Knowflake Posts: 854
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posted July 07, 2012 07:05 PM
Hey SunChild, no reason to be chicken, but I know how it is, wanting things to be perfect before showing them off to the world. You've been brave putting it out there, remember that I'd love to pick your brain about the publishing process...is it easier to talk here, or e-mail? IP: Logged |
SunChild
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posted July 07, 2012 09:29 PM
Yes, go for it.SunChild_214@hotmail.com I'll try and be of some practical help
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Virgo-AriesArtist
Knowflake Posts: 854
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posted July 26, 2012 04:26 PM
My Leo Moon is wanting to share progress notes :
**280 pages** and counting so far...only single spaced with one line left between title and poem, and after each poem.I'm and there is still a whole chunk of writing missing, mainly from 8th and 9th grade...B-) IP: Logged |
T
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posted July 27, 2012 12:20 PM
Very exciting! IP: Logged |
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