How to Publish a Book in 2021 (Based on 45+ Years of Experience)

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  • Опубликовано: 1 июн 2024
  • So you’ve finished writing your book-perhaps fulfilling a lifelong dream-and now you want to get it published.
    Where do you go from here?
    Maybe you’ve done your homework on the do’s and don’ts of publishing, but you’ve found so much conflicting advice that you’re overwhelmed.
    How do you decide your next step?
    The publishing industry shows little tolerance for you if you don’t understand the game. That’s why I’ve put together this comprehensive video on how to publish a book (based on my 45+ years of experience).
    It'll show you:
    -The difference between self-publishing and traditional publishing
    -How to decide your publishing path
    -The 4-step process for submitting to traditional publishers
    -And much more
    (Bonus mentioned in the video: leveragecreative.lpages.co/se...)
    Blog: jerryjenkins.com/blog/

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  • @FlowerKnight2
    @FlowerKnight2 4 года назад +250

    I really like listening to Jerry speak, his voice is very relaxing.

    • @kristines1115
      @kristines1115 3 года назад +2

      Sir Daniel Fortesque I completely agree!!!

    • @suzyrue6846
      @suzyrue6846 3 года назад +2

      @@kristines1115 He must be a great Dad. He has a great nice Dad voice

    • @DownAndOutG
      @DownAndOutG 3 года назад +2

      @Incredible Music journey That's funny because
      his voice stuck out to me too.

    • @AzzaYCF
      @AzzaYCF 2 года назад +2

      Absolutely!

    • @lukasmontover211
      @lukasmontover211 Месяц назад +1

      He sounds like Joe Biden

  • @emilianomiron505
    @emilianomiron505 Год назад +65

    I love that line, "if you think they should have waited until they got to the good stuff, next time start with the good stuff."

  • @marckuhn7158
    @marckuhn7158 3 года назад +121

    Thank you for sharing. I'm nine books in (self-published) and have violated just about every one of your guidelines. If I go for a tenth I will pay more attention. I write mostly because I enjoy it and have the time now that I am retired. I have little or no expectations, except for a nightly bowl of good ice cream next to my keyboard to keep me balanced.

    • @simplewrites
      @simplewrites 6 месяцев назад +1

      How has that been working out for you?

  • @rayburton4867
    @rayburton4867 Год назад +22

    This a must-see video! Many thanks! As an author, I can’t stress enough about having your manuscript tight as drum. Flubbed, misspelled words can turn a reader off in a heartbeat! Proofread ✍️ your work! A million times if needed! I guarantee you will find something you’ve missed! Good luck, everyone! 😊😊😊😊

    • @chrissyvas
      @chrissyvas Год назад

      What do you do for a 12 year old that has written a book they want published?

    • @jasonleech1254
      @jasonleech1254 11 месяцев назад

      That’s the best advice on this thread. It’s always the last read through…….. until it’s done. Once that feeling of “I did my best” lands then you know it’s time.

  • @marslmao6497
    @marslmao6497 4 года назад +241

    Imagine he just starts advertising RAID: Shadow Legends.

    • @Herculesx501
      @Herculesx501 3 года назад +3

      nailed that comment

    • @marslmao6497
      @marslmao6497 3 года назад +3

      @@Herculesx501 thx =)

    • @B.M._Gillette
      @B.M._Gillette 2 года назад +2

      Haha 😂

    • @sunnystiver2897
      @sunnystiver2897 Год назад +1

      🤘 #psychoneuroendocrinology is the most important word on the planet 🌏
      Humanity's owner manual for the souls fruition in this world 🌎 ✨ ♥
      For a fifth grader 🤭🤭

    • @BranTheBald
      @BranTheBald Год назад +1

      Lmao

  • @Teabone3
    @Teabone3 4 года назад +70

    Jerry you have become an absolute blessing for me. I can't recall how i found out about you but i am now interested in your books and should check out a few. As someone who always loves writing but always afraid to take that next stop.. im finally turning my stories into true manuscripts.

    • @JerryBJenkinsBooks
      @JerryBJenkinsBooks 4 года назад +2

      Great, T-Bone! Thanks for your kind comments.

    • @suzum5689
      @suzum5689 4 года назад +3

      lol, You sound just like I do. 'always afraid to take that next step'. I have about 30 years worth of ideas in notebooks all over my house. I am not at a place that I can sit down and enjoy perusing them and create something new.

  • @diannmyers1019
    @diannmyers1019 3 года назад +10

    Jerry has given me more information about writing then I could ever have discovered on my own.

  • @kentlofgren
    @kentlofgren 4 года назад +36

    Thanks for sharing. As a RUclipsr myself I know how much work goes into making and uploading tutorials. And yours are really good (relevant and pedagogical).

    • @JerryBJenkinsBooks
      @JerryBJenkinsBooks 4 года назад +7

      Thanks, Kent. And this is truer the harder we work to make it look easy, right? :)

  • @ashleyh.9883
    @ashleyh.9883 4 года назад

    Thank you, Jerry! Your knowledge and advice is much appreciated!

  • @nagelfamily
    @nagelfamily 4 года назад +12

    I've been enjoying hearing Jerry's voice into the writing process. Above all the other amazing writers, there seems to be a genuine heart for other writers progress.

  • @oryspyladia5391
    @oryspyladia5391 4 года назад

    Honestly the most valuable source of support I've found. You keep it real!

  • @AlenaZhdanava1
    @AlenaZhdanava1 3 года назад

    This information is so valuable. Thank you so much for spelling out pros and cons. Much appreciated !!

  • @artgalleryandcraftsbydeb9135
    @artgalleryandcraftsbydeb9135 2 года назад +9

    Thank you Jerry. I love your videos. They are very enlightening. I wrote a book about my Mom’s life. She lived a rough life in the foothills of Kentucky, during the onset of World War ll. When she was 12 she lost her Dad after he was shot by his own father in-law. My book entails many hard times dealing with the aftermath of this tragedy. I’m also writing the follow up to that book. It is about my tragedy as a three year-old. I set myself on fire and ended up on the brink of death. It is about how the love of family can get you through even the worst of times. It covers many things but most of all, growing up in a small town dealing with the third degree scars that left me feeling unworthy in life. For now I am self publishing mostly for friends and family. It has taken me far too long to get this far. But I’m determined to see it through. Maybe in time I may publish these traditionally. My question is….can that be done after I have done the self publish platform. I love your books and your son’s work as well. Thank you and God Bless.

  • @mblake4007
    @mblake4007 3 года назад +3

    Thank you, Mr Jenkins, for your useful and honest advice.

  • @kimlafferty8026
    @kimlafferty8026 4 года назад

    Another great video and can't wait to get to the next! "Thanks" for sharing your gift!

  • @una4811
    @una4811 3 года назад

    Thank you for your clarification in the 2 types of publishing.I am so glad you shared so much in this video.

  • @YendorSignemeck
    @YendorSignemeck 4 года назад +1

    Excellent writing and publishing tips. Thank you for having the heart of a teacher!

  • @justincibrone
    @justincibrone 3 года назад

    Such great information! Thank you, Jerry!

  • @roxy_hernandez
    @roxy_hernandez Год назад +1

    Thanks for the advice!

  • @transformationgeneration
    @transformationgeneration 10 месяцев назад

    Thanks for the checklist Jerry.

  • @terryleecone9675
    @terryleecone9675 2 года назад

    Yours are my favorite videos. I've learned more from you than anyone else without a bunch of confusion. Thank you

  • @mglennon5535
    @mglennon5535 4 года назад

    Great insight. I’m happy to have discovered your channel and look forward to learning from your entire library. Thank you and best wishes.
    MG

  • @DKM905
    @DKM905 Год назад

    Thank you Mr Jenkins . I am encouraged to move forward.

  • @suzum5689
    @suzum5689 4 года назад

    Thank you, Mr. Jenkins. Very helpful.

  • @irinasouch
    @irinasouch 4 года назад

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise!

  • @moadeeb2002
    @moadeeb2002 3 года назад

    Thank you so much for this info! It's valuable to me as I will be doing this traditionally in the near future. Really appreciate your content!

  • @user-xn2py2dk7t
    @user-xn2py2dk7t 10 месяцев назад

    I love your stuff. Very helpful and motivating.

  • @TheStaplepuller
    @TheStaplepuller 3 года назад

    Mr. Jenkins, Thank you for this great information.

  • @ebehiakhabue5460
    @ebehiakhabue5460 4 года назад

    Thank you so much for this Jerry. You answered all my mind probing questions

  • @treyveston7965
    @treyveston7965 4 года назад +3

    I wrote a mystery novel not because I wanted to, but because I was told I could, by so many family and friends. Apparently I have a gift that I needed to share. It took a few short months and many bottles of wine to complete. Now I have a 55k word novel that is well received and am encouraged to get it published. Navigating the many videos and websites online in order to sort through the fluff and scam attempts is daunting.
    I have read Mr. Jenkin's work in the past and respect him as a writer. This video is a healthy dose of reality and offers some great insights into the real world of publishing. I will add it to my growing list of resources in my quest to find the best option as a novice writer.

  • @jeremyfee
    @jeremyfee 3 года назад

    Thank you for the great advice! This is wonderful info.

  • @donnaclackley7808
    @donnaclackley7808 4 года назад +4

    Out of all the others, this has been the best sound advice.

  • @marthamphahlele5445
    @marthamphahlele5445 3 года назад

    Your fine tuning tips certainly brings a manuscript alive. Thanks Jerry.

  • @rosaleeparker5869
    @rosaleeparker5869 3 года назад

    This was so helpful. Thank you so much for this information.

  • @serouniankeir8379
    @serouniankeir8379 6 месяцев назад

    You are the best, Jerry. I appreciate all your videos.

  • @hilaryvaldez236
    @hilaryvaldez236 4 года назад

    Thank you! To the point. Clear guidance. Totally useful!

  • @howiehowie7385
    @howiehowie7385 2 года назад

    Very informative ,thank you jerry.

  • @tinapimentel6029
    @tinapimentel6029 Год назад

    I love this video, thank you very much Mr. Jenkins for such of a helpful advice and for those great tips.👏👏👏👏

  • @kingdomthingstheatre8938
    @kingdomthingstheatre8938 4 года назад

    Thank you! This was so helpful in my decsion to stay focused on traditional publishing.

  • @CharlieandSarah
    @CharlieandSarah 4 года назад +1

    Thank you for sharing ! I’m feeling like I have a good strategy going forward.

  • @fdort3971
    @fdort3971 3 года назад

    I look forward to learning more from you. Thanks!

  • @kushal474
    @kushal474 4 года назад

    Thanks Jerry. Your channel and blog provide great tips and wisdom all things writing. It's been helping this past English major get back into writing again.
    Much Appreciated,
    MP

  • @GregDBasham
    @GregDBasham 3 года назад

    Highly informative, clear and concise! Thank you Jerry B. Jenkins.

  • @justforjava192
    @justforjava192 4 года назад +5

    We loved your video, how to write a book, and I've written two books, one being published, and I'm working on the other.

  • @Ada-zg2qb
    @Ada-zg2qb 4 года назад

    Words can't express the value of this video. Thank you.

  • @PBCurtis
    @PBCurtis Год назад

    I absolutely love the free bonuses at the end

  • @MerlyCosta
    @MerlyCosta 4 года назад

    Awesome info. Thank you!!

  • @k.williams9256
    @k.williams9256 4 года назад

    very informative thanks jerry for this video and checklist

  • @GreenMarriages
    @GreenMarriages 5 месяцев назад

    Love your podcast. Clear, to the point, ez to listen voice.

  • @Fioldaliza
    @Fioldaliza 3 года назад +25

    Jerry is so amazing. He is so selfless and truly heart giving. He's been one of my most favorite authors. He has always fallen on the top of my list. Great advice! Ty!

  • @SysterYster
    @SysterYster 4 года назад +3

    Hi Jerry! I must say, I very recently discovered your channel, but I'm loving the tips and the calm way you explain things. I'm dreading the day I think I'm finished with my story and have to write those query letters and synopsis and whatnots. But your tips make me feel like I can do it. My goal is to finish the manuscript this year. I started last February and have worked on it almost every day since. This video made me consider to try and start building a platform now. Something I've been stalling with despite other authors also saying that. Thank you for your videos and the mails. :)

  • @jasonsoroski
    @jasonsoroski 4 года назад +1

    This is fantastic advice! I will be sending out my manuscript this spring!

  • @user-pl8nm9lj6t
    @user-pl8nm9lj6t 11 месяцев назад

    Thank you for sharing your wisdom, I have learnt a lot .

  • @onajourney2072
    @onajourney2072 4 года назад

    Great amount of useful info here, thanks.

  • @BenM1983
    @BenM1983 Год назад

    Clear and concrete, practical advice. This is really good stuff.

  • @SeniorLife2012
    @SeniorLife2012 3 года назад

    These videos are giving me so many great pointers. Thank you so much for this advice. In the middle of writing my novel and I am already feeling the pressure 😬

  • @kerrykingcreates
    @kerrykingcreates 3 года назад

    Thank you for steering me straight with solid facts.

  • @RobertWilson-qb8lo
    @RobertWilson-qb8lo 4 года назад

    Great video. Very clear and well-presented.

  • @idaornstein1305
    @idaornstein1305 Год назад

    Very well said and explained.

  • @ladyangi100
    @ladyangi100 Год назад

    Thank you so much for your insight and encouragement 😊

  • @annetteaubin3912
    @annetteaubin3912 4 года назад

    Very interesting and information. Thank you for sharing your expertise, I greatly appreciate it.

  • @user-hj4nl7yp2k
    @user-hj4nl7yp2k 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks so much - I have downloaded the Checklist, and all your RUclips videos.

  • @briangreen8033
    @briangreen8033 4 года назад +2

    Your honest analysis has been hugely helpful in aiding my decision to traditionally publish. I may be an author in the rough, but I look forward to the challenge. Your experience is priceless, and I deeply appreciate that you're conveying your insights through RUclips, allowing people like myself to become more skilled and knowledgeable in the sphere of writing, thank you.

  • @AlexHop1
    @AlexHop1 7 месяцев назад

    Thank you, very helpful intro to publishing.

  • @dukepalatinemmxx2098
    @dukepalatinemmxx2098 4 года назад +1

    You are a treasure chest. Thank you for this detailed exposition.

  • @pedroelautor514
    @pedroelautor514 4 года назад

    Great video good Sr. Thank you for your help, wish you the best.

  • @kevinferrell6466
    @kevinferrell6466 4 года назад

    Thank you. Your expertise is unsurpassed.

  • @zenclover8468
    @zenclover8468 4 месяца назад

    best video ive seen on this subject. thank you. You're voice is very comforting for what that is worth as well. Happy new year.

  • @fakemikasa1170
    @fakemikasa1170 Год назад

    I have been frequenting your RUclips channel for your wonderful lectures for some time now. Thank you for sending me the checklist! I'm sure it would be of great help!

  • @sanityone649
    @sanityone649 4 года назад

    Thanks, Jerry, for being totally truthful.

  • @debbieknight2095
    @debbieknight2095 3 года назад

    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. I have learnt so much from this video.

  • @annetedraksler7332
    @annetedraksler7332 Год назад

    Fantastic… Thank you Jerry

  • @aero-dance-steps4713
    @aero-dance-steps4713 3 года назад

    Thank you for sharing this video. It is very informative.

  • @turboeddy
    @turboeddy 3 года назад

    Amazing advice, thank you.

  • @amidemanila816
    @amidemanila816 3 года назад

    Thank you so much. Love your voice. I am learning so much

  • @bluewren2
    @bluewren2 Год назад

    Thank you Jerry B Jenkins you wonderful encouragement and valuable insights are very much appreciated.💖

  • @paigepriddy7715
    @paigepriddy7715 4 года назад +47

    This is too perfect, I just finished my first book and have been wondering how to get it published. Thank you!!

    • @lahlybird895
      @lahlybird895 4 года назад +2

      What's your book?

    • @JerryBJenkinsBooks
      @JerryBJenkinsBooks 4 года назад +8

      You're welcome, Reagan! Glad to be of help.

    • @IamAcerbus
      @IamAcerbus 3 года назад +1

      Congratulations! What's the book?

    • @paigepriddy7715
      @paigepriddy7715 3 года назад +10

      @@IamAcerbus It’s a middle grade fantasy book called Wings of Light. If you’ve read warriors it’s kind of the same thing except it’s wolves with powers😅 it sounds a little strange on paper but I was able to make it work and it’s honestly my pride and joy❤️

    • @nativechique7589
      @nativechique7589 11 месяцев назад

      ​@@paigepriddy7715did u get it published????? I hope so

  • @deedanielson5482
    @deedanielson5482 3 года назад

    Thank you for the best choice you have brought to my attention. Self-publishing is my homework

  • @zatty3514
    @zatty3514 2 года назад

    I really love how he really gets into detail with telling you about how to write a novel

  • @monicaa6345
    @monicaa6345 Год назад +1

    Working on my first book. Great advice. Thank you

  • @trendwatch9807
    @trendwatch9807 2 года назад

    Very helpful insights on self publishing. Thank you

  • @mbusoguma5504
    @mbusoguma5504 2 года назад

    Thank you for the guide

  • @hArtyTruffle
    @hArtyTruffle 3 года назад

    Such good advice. Thankyou 🙏

  • @MattStevensMSA
    @MattStevensMSA 2 года назад +1

    I really appreciate these videos, they aren’t self-promoting or solicitous, they’re very informative and helpful.

  • @AnonosaurusRex1
    @AnonosaurusRex1 3 года назад

    Thanks
    I've watched a lot of these kinds of videos. Yours are among the best. It's more than the message, it's the style as well.

  • @jeromealexander2811
    @jeromealexander2811 Год назад

    Wonderful listening to you, really motivational.

  • @wendellwilson5974
    @wendellwilson5974 Год назад +1

    Mr. Jenkins thank you so much for the videos. you are a great teacher. I just finished my first novel and I learning as much as I can about getting it pubhished.

  • @himalayanbowls
    @himalayanbowls 2 года назад

    Very helpful - thank you.

  • @williamblakeanphazethe1st831
    @williamblakeanphazethe1st831 3 года назад

    Thanks great video Jerry.

  • @peterjoklualmarach6033
    @peterjoklualmarach6033 3 года назад +1

    I have receive great inspiration in this as i listen with hope as Jerry had approach it well to show us where to choose for publishing our books. It will defend now with us as writers. Thank you sir for showing us the ways

  • @jbradleymeagher6426
    @jbradleymeagher6426 2 года назад

    Very helpful. Thank you.

  • @Maxwell7724
    @Maxwell7724 4 года назад

    Great video. Thanks!

  • @inthemakingof6096
    @inthemakingof6096 3 года назад

    THANK YOU!!
    finally im making progress in my publishing and selling thanks to you. ive been in the dark for so long but you've shown me a way.

  • @salimdr9739
    @salimdr9739 3 года назад

    Great writing tips for the aspiring authors. Thanks a lot.

  • @hassan.r123
    @hassan.r123 Год назад

    Thank you for sharing your expertise. Your speaking is really brilliant word by word understandable.

  • @MarcosLopez-cu6ui
    @MarcosLopez-cu6ui Год назад

    You’ve got a new follower Sir. Thank you!👍

  • @landonp629
    @landonp629 2 года назад +3

    My biggest issue with trade publishing is the time-frame. It can take many years for a book to make it through the agents and into the hands of readers, especially if you don't already have an agent. If you are the 'write and forget it' type who has plenty of patience, this is a fine method. However, someone with my level of patience - it would be a nightmare.
    I think self-publishing is the way to go if you want to develop the skills needed to do it correctly, and have the time and desire.

  • @stephanieawuah
    @stephanieawuah 2 года назад

    Thanks for this!

  • @Andy-ne5qi
    @Andy-ne5qi 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much for sharing your decades of experience and knowledge with us

  • @cassiuslives4807
    @cassiuslives4807 4 года назад

    Very illuminating thanks for sharing. The dollar numbers specifically were very clarifying on the economics of it.