The first thing you may want to do once you have completed the process of your eBook is PUBLISH IT with your name as the Author. As of right now, you have every comma where it should be, every subheading focused on the paragraph below it, the flow is easy to read and understand, and of course you have the PERFECT TITLE. You know the one, the one that catches the eye of the seeker. Yes, that one! Once that is complete, you want to publish it; but where? Where or who would publish your eBook without charging you an arm and a leg? Good question. You eBook is an investment, so be careful and research publishers before signing or paying for anything.
- Lulu.com – Lulu is known as a self-publishing website and they also publish eBooks. Their fees vary. Check it out as well as others before jumping in.
- Amazon.com – Amazon has a "Kindle's Publishing Program" available for you to publish your books. Amazon Kindle is a platform that was developed by Amazon.com in order to read eBooks and other various digital media. More about Kindle.
- Ebookdevelopersassociation.org – This is a resource center for eBooks. I am not sure if it cost money or not to get the information, but it's worth a look.
Publishing is a big deal, not only to your audience, but to you. If you spend money getting your eBook published, you do not want to be ripped off. So before you jump in with any publisher whether it's for an eBook or a hardcopy, do your research thoroughly. Read reviews, give your own interview to the publisher, press releases, anything you can dig up on them to verify they are legit and not just out there to take your money and leave you in the dark. And of course, follow your gut instinct. If you have a bad feeling about them, move on to another. I wish you all best of luck in your publishing ventures.
If anyone has any other eBook publishers to add, please leave a message in the comment box and I will add them to the list.
- Express Your Expertise: Writing an eBook can give you the upper hand when it comes to an expertise in a subject. If you are well experienced in Cat Care, then an eBook on Cat Care is right up your alley. Publishing and eBook can be a great and quick way to be recognized as a professional writer although these books are electronic and easy cash in on project, you have to be careful. Making sure your information provided is accurate. Giving people advice that is inaccurate could take you from newly published, "my name is in print (electronically) and I'm the new bestseller on the eBook shelf!" to a writer who no one trusts and you may never be published again.
- Lend a Helping Hand: Knowledge is out in the world and trapped in our thick skulls to help people, even ourselves. Everyone needs help now and again whether it is help reorganizing their home office or needing help putting up their own blog online. Why not share the wealth of knowledge you have about a particular subject that many may need help with. You would not just be helping someone else; if you eBook is a success, you will also be helping your bank account.
- The Money Stream: Publishing an eBook can (if it sells successfully and continually), could mean a constant stream of income. The more reader specific your eBook is, the higher your sells could be. Do your research before you begin your journey on the road to eBook stardom. You may find that what you think may be what readers want is something they by pass and look elsewhere for what they need. Ask your friends, family, post questions on forums, and your blog asking people to express what they want or need to learn about. By doing this you can cater to your much-needed audience as well as to your bank account.
If you have what it takes to write about what you know and can make it interesting as well as helpful, then jump in with both feet. If you don't have that experience yet in your life, do your research and build up to it.
