As a newcomer to the field of publication in today’s world,
I needed a guide to unravel the sometimes intricate decisions required in self-publication. With
so many options to consider, it can be mind-boggling. Unfortunate stories of
losing story rights, overcharges and not getting what you think you’ re paying
for had me scared stiff. I have kept true to my writing, but just wasn’t sure
where my story was going to end up, other than on a flash drive in a drawer
somewhere or a printed copy that I toted around with the intent to ‘someday’
get this published, ‘somehow’.
Mark Levine’s book, as I hinted in my opening, is what I
needed. His clear, concise writing spells out the details on the various
options. He offers suggestions and considerations that I truly needed to
ponder. I’ve seen other reviews on this book and some people seem to feel that
he is slanting the guide toward a particular publishing venue and that may be
true. However, I won’t be swerved, unaware of the reasons that I choose to be
swerved.
If this book was meant to be an advertisement for a
particular path to follow in publication, it’s OK with me. I needed the
education on the whys and why nots and this book provided that to me. My only
disappointment is that I have this book on digital format and I really want a
hard-copy to underline and highlight and keep around as I grow more seasoned in
my writing and aware of the areas where I need and want help and where I can go
it alone.
This book helps guide me there.
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for honest review.
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