Chapter 2: Self Publishing My Book

In the first part of this series entitled “Writing My Book and Getting it Published“, we explored the key steps to getting your book written and prepped for publication. Now, let’s take a look at the exciting world of self-publishing your book.

As daunting as it may seem, self-publishing has a long history of success, with many famous authors taking that route. In fact, it’s easier than ever to publish your work globally thanks to modern technology.

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A MORE EFFICIENT WRITING PROCESS

Beyond just the publishing side, computers and the internet have revolutionised the way we write. Gone are the days of typewriters, ink spills, and endless reams of paper. Now, writers can jot down their thoughts, edit, and revise as often as needed without wasting time. This flexibility means you can work at your own pace and focus on the creative side without getting bogged down in logistics.

With the speed and convenience of modern technology, you can build momentum by publishing regularly—whether yearly, monthly, or whenever inspiration strikes.

The ability to share your work internationally, keep it “in print” indefinitely, and reach readers across the globe means the barriers to becoming a published author are lower than ever.

THE MODERN AGE OF SELF-PUBLISHING

With just a computer and an internet connection, the whole process of publishing has changed dramatically from what it used to be. In the past, writers had to rely on printing presses—massive, complex machines that required publishers to produce large quantities of physical copies at once. This meant upfront costs for printing, the hassle of managing inventory, and the stress of wondering whether your book would sell enough copies to cover the expense.

Writers also faced a long wait between penning their words and seeing them in print. Every revision, every tweak, had to be meticulously planned, and the entire process was slow and costly. But those days are behind us.

Thanks to the digital age, self-publishing offers global reach with just a few clicks. Now, once your book is written and formatted, you can upload it to platforms like Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) or IngramSpark, and it’s available to a worldwide audience in an instant.

Even better, you don’t have to worry about inventory or running out of stock—print-on-demand services allow books to be printed only when they’re ordered, keeping costs low and efficiency high.

Stay tuned for Part Three, where we’ll explore essential tools and platforms to make your self-publishing journey even smoother!