Introduction to eBook Publishing
The development of electronic publishing is rapidly bringing about
changes in the publishing industry and quickly establishing a presence
within the publishing community.
The potentially large market is generating a great deal of money for
development of both software and hardware for the fledging industry.
Even traditional publishing houses are now climbing on board converting
new releases and backlists into electronic formats.
Because the technology is faster and far less expensive, a growing number
of publishers and publishing services have emerged. These
companies hope to compete with traditional publishers by providing authors
many more publishing options.
Here we hope to provide information and resources for those of you who
wish to get on board with this fast growing industry.
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eBook Publishing Resources |
Articles:
Advice and information regarding eBook Publishing.
Copyright Resources
Faq's and information on copyright issues.
eBook Compilers:
Software used for creating ebooks.
eBook Promotion:
Information about marketing and promoting ebooks.
eBook Readers:
Software programs and devices for reading and storing
electronic books.
eBook Resellers:
Retailers that sell ebooks.
ePublisher Services Directory:
Listing of vendors providing services
for eBook Publishing, including eBook design, cover art and
conversion services.
Publishers Associations:
Organizations and groups related to publishing.
Web Publishing:
Building and promoting your website.
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eBook Gold
The all-new, power-packed, feature-rich eBook Gold 3.0 is an amazing software that will help you to
transform your brains into products - so you can easily build continuous streams of income!
eBook Gold 3.0, has an intuitive, easy-to-use interface that can turn anyone, regardless
of computer experience, into a profitable, self-made digital publisher!
What's more, the foolproof point-and-click interface lets you create your ebook in just
two minutes flat - NO additional skills needed, NO experience necessary and NO extra effort required!
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10 Step Guide To eBook Publishing |
1. Write a business plan. If you will be seeking financial assistance this
is the first thing a bank or financial institution will ask for. It is also
a very important tool for you as it will layout exactly what you plan to do,
how you plan to do it and will provide a timeline so you know you are on
course.
2. Apply for a Business Entity. This can be done quite simply through your
County Clerk or to incorporate there are several online companies
such as
Business Filings, Inc., or
Corporate Agents, Inc. . Consult with your attorney to
decide what entity is best for your purposes. He/she can handle this task
for you if you prefer.
3. Establish a business address. Sign up for a post office box or a box at
a mailbox store to use for business correspondence. Once done, order your
business stationary and business cards.
4. Open a business checking account.
5. If you are not proficient in accounting practices, and most entrepreneurs
are not, procure an Accountant. The importance of keeping good financial
records cannot be overstated.
6. Procure a resale certificate from your State Tax Department. Your
Accountant can do this for you if you prefer.
7. You are now set to begin organizing your business. Make alliances with
service providers for services you cannot supply in-house if you have not
done so already, and/or hire employees. This would include a cover designer,
illustrator or graphic artist, editor, a printer if you are offering POD
services, depending on the services you plan to offer.
8. Set up your contracts. This is a job for your attorney, but to familiarize
yourself with contracts and issues go to http://www.ivanhoffman.com/helpful.html
9. Purchase a block of International Standard Book Numbers (ISBN). Each book
you publish will have it's own number. This number identifies your
publishing company and book and is necessary for selling books in the
retail market. A block of ten numbers should be fine to start with,
however you can order blocks of one hundred or one thousand. For more
information on ISBN numbers
Click here.
10. Fill out an
Advanced Book Information (ABI) form. This insures that your titles will
be listed in Books in Print, one of the industry's most important directories.
There is no charge for the form or for the listing.
This may all sound very daunting but it's really not. In 10 easy steps you
are ready for your first client. Now is when your work really begins...
Be sure to use the eBook Publishing Resources listed here to assist you
in your new eBook publishing business.
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Books For eBook Publishing |
Publicize Your Book: An Insider's Guide to Getting Your Book the Attention It Deserves
Electronic Publishing: The Definitive Guide, 2003 Ed.
How To Publish and Promote Online
Book Publishing Encyclopedia: The Secrets of Successful Publishing
Book Business: Publishing Past, Present, and Future
Literary Law Guide for Authors: Copyrights, Trademarks and Contracts in Plain Language
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