Amazon Self-Publishing Costs: How Much I Spent to Self-Publish My Novel

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  • Опубликовано: 22 ноя 2024

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  • @destresswithyoga
    @destresswithyoga Год назад +3

    I hope the Ad & flyer brings you wealth. It’s a big risk; but without risk, you will never know. All the best for new readers!

    • @wordcharm2649
      @wordcharm2649 Год назад +1

      Yes, it's a massive risk and I'd love to see a video just about this type of advertising. I'll be completing a series in a pretty niche market so I might investigate and try to find a book box subscription that is in my niche and invest, but I would love to see if it's anywhere near worth the price.

  • @hannahheart1254
    @hannahheart1254 Год назад +3

    I’m currently working on a story that’s based on my favorite book series called Warriors a series about cats being in four different clans but my story’s with Foxlike humans and other magical creatures. And I have two of my coworkers helping me create a book cover and drawing the characters

  • @shdwfriend2128
    @shdwfriend2128 10 месяцев назад +2

    Is there a vid on the Book Box results? Is there more about your Book Adventure Boxes and how to make them?

  • @wordcharm2649
    @wordcharm2649 Год назад +11

    Could you do an update at the end of July to see how your sales were impacted by that flyer? I would love to know if that kind of expense is worth it. ETA: Just watched where you said you would do a video so ignore this. Excited for this video! 😄

    • @wordcharm2649
      @wordcharm2649 Год назад +2

      Another quick question: About how many people will be seeing your ad? You said thousands, but is it more like 10,000? 20,000? Greater? Just to get an idea. Thanks!

    • @MandiLynnWrites
      @MandiLynnWrites  Год назад +5

      It will probably take a couple months to gather all the stats, but a video will be coming!

    • @djclearlight3744
      @djclearlight3744 10 месяцев назад +1

      Did you ever do an update video on how your ad did?? Were dying to know! 😊

  • @Darkkan13
    @Darkkan13 Год назад +3

    Was it enchanted ink publishing?
    If that is the correct one, then these are the prices:
    $0.015/word manuscript critique(I'm assuming it's the same as a developmental edit)
    $0.028/word for line editing
    $0.017/word for copy editing
    $0.014/word for proofreading
    Even if that isn't the one, it gives a good idea

  • @LSeikelMath
    @LSeikelMath 4 месяца назад +1

    Wow! You are amazing, Mandi! Where can I sign up for your class?

    • @MandiLynnWrites
      @MandiLynnWrites  4 месяца назад

      You can find all my courses here: stoneridgebooks.teachable.com/courses/

    • @LSeikelMath
      @LSeikelMath 4 месяца назад

      @@MandiLynnWrites Thank you!

  • @shebreathesingold8043
    @shebreathesingold8043 Год назад +4

    I'm getting ready to binge all your self-publishing cost videos ahead of my own release. One thing I've seen authors mention a bit is book funnel but I'm not sure I understand the concept. You said you tried it once and messed up, and now it worked for you. Any chance you would do a book funnel video detailing both of your experiences. Thanks, M!

    • @MandiLynnWrites
      @MandiLynnWrites  Год назад +1

      The first time I used Book Funnel I formatted my ebook wrong so it got sent to readers wrong. So it was an error on my part, not BookFunnel.

  • @andrev5992
    @andrev5992 Год назад +8

    The copy editing is so cheap when you break it down. At $20 an hour (which is LOW for an experienced editor) that is 60 hours, which would be five pages an hour for 300 pages. Spending a focused 15-20 minutes on a page is necessary for good, detailed copy edits.

  • @chevonnewilliams-uv7dx
    @chevonnewilliams-uv7dx Год назад +3

    I got Adobe Stock, and since im also using adobe audition and Indesign, so i can bundle all three for less than the individual cost. Stock is 22/mo but you get 10 photos/ videos per month.

  • @Rebecca-qg8pb
    @Rebecca-qg8pb Год назад +2

    I want to outsource the following
    Proofreading
    Editing (layout, formatting)
    Cover design
    Illustrations
    How much would that be, maybe a rough estimate?😢

  • @paterkat
    @paterkat Год назад +2

    Hi, Mandi. Thanks for making videos like this one? What does your book plate look like? What printer do you use?
    Also, how do you factor how much you make off each book so you can figure out how many books you need to sell to cover your expenses?
    Thank you for your time and helpful info!

  • @andreamolinar6883
    @andreamolinar6883 Год назад +2

    9:01 I’m incredibly curious as to how authors get their books into book boxes. Would you ever do a video specifically explaining the process?

    • @MandiLynnWrites
      @MandiLynnWrites  Год назад +3

      I've never been able to do it myself, but you mostly just reach out to the box creators. The though part if you often have to contact really far out in advance, which is hard to do with indie authors since we tend to have much shorter timelines for publishing than traditional publishing. Usually book boxes only want to feature your book for the month the book releases, so there's a very small window of opportunity.

  • @debbiehope2490
    @debbiehope2490 9 месяцев назад +2

    Is the copy editor vital and do you know any trustworthy ones in the uk many thanks

  • @williamaperance5674
    @williamaperance5674 10 месяцев назад +2

    Mandy, I have found all your videos very informative. Do you offer any of the following services through Reedsy?
    Design book cover, formatting and upload to KDP? My book is a 60k memoir . Thank you

  • @WadeQuick
    @WadeQuick 4 дня назад

    Thank you, costs are real

  • @koloaliyu4609
    @koloaliyu4609 Год назад +2

    Love your videos and the effort you put in them I do appreciate the knowledge u pass through this videos. I have a question...Must you verify your Amazon kdp account... be for you can publish your ebooks.? Please feedback Asap!.Greetings from Nigeria

    • @SeedyJohnson
      @SeedyJohnson Год назад

      If by verify you mean prove your identity, not necessarily. However, verification will come into play if you expect to collect your earnings. Some form of identify verification is always involved in collecting money from sales. And I don't believe Amazon deals in paper checks anymore.

  • @vladimirstepanov2181
    @vladimirstepanov2181 Год назад +2

    Hi Mandi! Can you give a contact of a your editor that did a Copy editing for you? Or may be you have another good editors that you can recommend? Thanks a lot! Walter

  • @dhickman61554
    @dhickman61554 7 месяцев назад +1

    Wow

  • @tracysl0524
    @tracysl0524 Год назад +2

    If you copyright the book yourself does that effect anything with self publishing?

    • @SeedyJohnson
      @SeedyJohnson Год назад +2

      No, it does not. These days, copyrighting the book through registration isn't even considered essential. However, if you need to file suit against someone who has violated your copyright, you will have to officially register the intellectual property BEFORE you can file suit. That being said, you can actually file the copyright anytime after the book has been published, and before the trial. This will not affect your rights as the judge will determine if your copyright is valid or not, versus any claims by those who committed the theft.

  • @chevonnewilliams-uv7dx
    @chevonnewilliams-uv7dx Год назад +2

    What is the difference between copy editing and proofreading?

    • @SeedyJohnson
      @SeedyJohnson Год назад +7

      Both check the manuscript for errors and possible improvements. But by analogy, if copy editors and proofreaders were house cleaners, a proofreader is just going to go through your house and wash the dishes, mop the floor, and put the kids' toys in the toy box. A copy editor is going to paint your living room, re-grout the bathroom, and get that blood stain out of your carpet. A copy editor does a deep dive into your book and comes up with significant improvements. A proofreader checks for missed grammar and spelling issues.

    • @chevonnewilliams-uv7dx
      @chevonnewilliams-uv7dx Год назад +2

      @@SeedyJohnson that's a great explanation! Thanks!

    • @djclearlight3744
      @djclearlight3744 10 месяцев назад

      You right down a bunch of words. Then, a copy editor rewrites your jumble and makes you sound like an actual author.