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posted May 28, 2014 04:46 PM            

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are there any members on here with books on astrology that have been published by a large publishing company? or anyone who has gone the route of self-pub? would like to hear some tips and how you got it all started. my book is ready for publishers, but thinking maybe self-pub is better??

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posted May 28, 2014 04:57 PM            

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Amazon e-books is your best bet.

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posted May 29, 2014 11:31 AM            

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They accept anyone, but if it's good, you can make a lot.

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posted June 03, 2014 04:22 PM            

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What is it about?

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posted June 04, 2014 09:34 AM            

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I published two poetry books. My publisher is a step up from a vanity publisher, meaning it didn't cost me anything to publish my books. Also I had free reign with the creating process, which was important to me. However I don't make much of anything, which I'm okay about I'm not in it for the money and the little bit of exposure I receive- I'm satisfied with.

Randall's suggestion for you is a good one. As far as self-publishing it definitely can be lucrative in the long run- but you have to be willing to work hard at tackling every avenue to promote yourself and your book.

Hope that helps.

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posted June 04, 2014 10:08 AM            

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Also to add, if you do submit your manuscript to various publishers and get picked up by one. It's a good idea to hire an attorney to look over the contract before signing.

A woman I know who has given me publishing advice along the way is a stickler about reading the fine print. Just a word of caution to be especially mindful of what you're signing if you do go that route.

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posted June 04, 2014 04:29 PM            

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i sent it to llewelyn and a few other new age-y ones, but i'm also looking at the self-publishing route. i read today that the usual advance is only 2,000 so yeah, not in it for the money either! i don't know anyone who has self-published, but it seems like it offers a lot more control and options for writers. looking around for some good suggestions though. i found createspace and iuniverse so maybe one of those? it's a new dynamic now with so many epub options. i figured people on LL would have a book out already, but guess not many do

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posted June 04, 2014 04:33 PM            

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Stephen King said it is very worthwhile to get an Agent.

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posted June 08, 2014 12:41 PM            

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I have heard great things about iuniverse if you want a hard copy.

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