Self-Publishing Handbook Ebook

Self-Publishing Handbook
five percent (7.5%), eBook – twenty five percent
(25%), and audiobook sales – twenty five percent
(25%). In addition, the author is paid an advance.
This is an upfront payment that is decided by the
publisher, based on how many copies the book is
expected to sell, and through which the publishers
would recoup their money. It makes sense, then,
that the publishers will only give the author an
advance if they know that a book is going to be a
success. Lastly, your inclusion in a bookstore
catalogue is guaranteed.
Disadvantages of Conventional Publishing
The publisher is the final decision maker on the
content and publishing process. The author does
not have creative rights of the book for a period
equaling the lifespan of the copyright, which is the
lifetime of the author, plus seventy years after your
death. The publisher must also be consulted on
any future book developments and any other
related projects. Ultimately, the publisher has the
right to decide whether your book can be
published or not.
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