tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post4798020833266753092..comments2023-10-12T15:03:15.389+01:00Comments on Lindsay's Romantics: Independent Publishing - Is it NOW or the Wave of the Future?Lindsay Townsendhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11513558547686982857noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-38463257517470633542010-06-12T05:37:13.227+01:002010-06-12T05:37:13.227+01:00Hi Kimm,
My new venture, Victory Tales Press is pu...Hi Kimm,<br />My new venture, Victory Tales Press is purely for romance based anthologies and at this point is by invitation only. However I do offer editing and formatting assistance for a small fee and free advice on Indie Publishing. So give me a yell whenever you need help.Rebecca J Vickeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00546468496288447253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-17839771197881614502010-06-09T10:13:42.062+01:002010-06-09T10:13:42.062+01:00Thanks for an inspiring post Rebecca! You've l...Thanks for an inspiring post Rebecca! You've lit a fire under me to pursue the ebook line. I'm really impressed that Mark from Smashwords took the time to post. I think I'll start with them.<br /><br />Is your new indie publishing venture purely romance based or will you consider other genres?Kimm Walkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16791227595316273825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-71765307038020785202010-06-08T21:14:18.057+01:002010-06-08T21:14:18.057+01:00I was the deleted comment everyone. LOL I made a b...I was the deleted comment everyone. LOL I made a big goof! <br />Hi Bekki Lynn,<br />As I tried to type before my fingers got all scrambled, <br />I'm glad you found some useful info in my post. If I can be of help or you would like to ask questions contact me at <br />booksbyrebecca(at)yahoo(dot)comRebecca J Vickeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00546468496288447253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-89038920679401183952010-06-08T21:11:10.335+01:002010-06-08T21:11:10.335+01:00This comment has been removed by the author.Rebecca J Vickeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00546468496288447253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-66692731635948735452010-06-08T21:09:22.685+01:002010-06-08T21:09:22.685+01:00HI Diane,
Whenever you are back up (hopefully soon...HI Diane,<br />Whenever you are back up (hopefully soon) send it on over. (Hopefully your files can be rescued.) <br />So far Booklocker (my newest distributor) has been easy to work with on the ebooks. I'm sticking with CreateSpace for prints, though, as I have received such excellent service from them thus far.Rebecca J Vickeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00546468496288447253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-90956393085938010862010-06-08T18:09:29.808+01:002010-06-08T18:09:29.808+01:00Wonderful post, Rebecca.
I've been leaning t...Wonderful post, Rebecca. <br /><br />I've been leaning this way, researching, watching the market and listening to what others have to say, but your post gave me more than all put together. <br /><br />Thanks sharing it with us.Bekki Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01437144729824303058noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-39330421064693606942010-06-08T15:06:04.503+01:002010-06-08T15:06:04.503+01:00Hi Rebecca,
Great post - thanks for sharing what...Hi Rebecca, <br /><br />Great post - thanks for sharing what you've learned. I wanted to email my novella (to self-publish) to you after the LF reader/author weekend and give you more time since you've been busy with your mother - now my laptop is gone. I have my nonfiction self-published with Booklocker.Diane Craverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09543155150824715253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-83865215908185452862010-06-08T04:44:43.104+01:002010-06-08T04:44:43.104+01:00Hi Laurean,
So glad you made it by. I loved workin...Hi Laurean,<br />So glad you made it by. I loved working with you on both Jonquils in The Snow and your story, Over the Coals, for the anthology. Research and gathering info are some of my specialties. Limiting what to share was the really hard part. LOL <br />But thanks for the boost to my confidence.Rebecca J Vickeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00546468496288447253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-3910615243471628332010-06-08T04:24:43.308+01:002010-06-08T04:24:43.308+01:00Wow, Rebecca! I've always admired you. But now...Wow, Rebecca! I've always admired you. But now...I'm in awe of your publishing knowledge and abilities. <br /><br />Also I feel humbled and proud at the same time to be a part of your first romance anthology, "A Summer Collection." <br /><br />Humbled that you asked me to submit, and overjoyed that I did. <br /><br />Thank you for the opportunity.Laurean Brookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11020184109572470880noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-6165422814512393462010-06-08T03:15:35.171+01:002010-06-08T03:15:35.171+01:00Hi Linda S,
Wasn't it a huge change when we we...Hi Linda S,<br />Wasn't it a huge change when we went from print books to so many e-books and e-publishers? Now here we are facing something new again. But I am having fun with it (after the initial trauma LOL). I'm making new friends and meeting new readers plus adding to my life experience. A huge plus all the way around. On top of that I get to write what I enjoy writing. I'm glad you found the blog informative. There's so much info out there it was tough limiting it.Rebecca J Vickeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00546468496288447253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-6396608367937081292010-06-08T02:54:56.040+01:002010-06-08T02:54:56.040+01:00What a world of information you have packed into t...What a world of information you have packed into this blog, Rebecca. Like Celia, I'm not quite brave enough to try that route yet. I'm still getting acclimated to the ebook world and "traditional" epubs. But it does sound enticing, especially having the creative control of your work. Thanks for your time and effort to present this in an easily understandable format.<br />LindaLinda Swifthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00749255692298669394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-89447458417421738012010-06-08T02:03:59.062+01:002010-06-08T02:03:59.062+01:00Hi Linda B,
A lot of people are only now finding o...Hi Linda B,<br />A lot of people are only now finding out how extensive Indie-Publishing is becoming and how much better royalties and creative freedom it offers. <br />A good way to get into self-publishing is to start with a novella or even by offering a free story. You can learn all the formatting rules and see if you like the process - sort of like dipping your toes into the lake to decide if its too cold to dive in. LOLRebecca J Vickeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00546468496288447253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-50917328860528956222010-06-08T01:27:36.794+01:002010-06-08T01:27:36.794+01:00I had no idea. I'd heard about Smashwords, and...I had no idea. I'd heard about Smashwords, and I know at least one author who's pulled her books from an e-pub and put them on Smashwords. I also know of traditionally published authors who've had their rights reutrned on certain books are starting author co-ops to re-release these books. <br /><br />I'm not sure if I want to go the indie route yet, but I am afraid my stuff is a little too original for mass-market. I'll certainly keep your Victory Tales Press in mind. Good luck with it, and good for you!Linda Banchehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18143074276306710646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-12714692349379631042010-06-08T01:23:24.992+01:002010-06-08T01:23:24.992+01:00Thanks Rebecca! Yeah, book covers, once I learned ...Thanks Rebecca! Yeah, book covers, once I learned the truth of how they were picked, turned out to be my number one gripe with using a publishing house.Lakisha Spletzerhttp://www.kishazworld.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-74433258410364582502010-06-08T00:33:11.996+01:002010-06-08T00:33:11.996+01:00Hi Linda,
Glad you enjoyed it and can't wait t...Hi Linda,<br />Glad you enjoyed it and can't wait to see those covers. LOL Choices, choices. Sometimes finding just the right one is not easy. I have a super talented cover artist, Laura Shinn, who seems to read my mind and produce just what I want time after time.Rebecca J Vickeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00546468496288447253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-88850790041896370712010-06-08T00:24:22.602+01:002010-06-08T00:24:22.602+01:00Another great post. This series is coming on a bun...Another great post. This series is coming on a bundle. I'm having a laugh about 3 versions of cover for my indie ebook this week - 2 professional and my own - so do return for that so I need the help.<br /><br />Thanks for sharing, Rebecca; it's very informative.Linda Acasterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03096791092366530129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-55709722693495069342010-06-08T00:06:11.363+01:002010-06-08T00:06:11.363+01:00Hi Lakisha,
I agree about the covers. While I'...Hi Lakisha, <br />I agree about the covers. While I'm working on my story, I often use pics to help me visualize and keep my characters consistent. It always irked me when I pictured and described a dark haired tough guy as the hero and a blond-haired skinny male model was used on the cover. GRRR!!! Infuriating. LOL The Big pubs do that all the time and it's very misleading. Welcome to Indie Publishing and I wish you much success.Rebecca J Vickeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00546468496288447253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-89745050466950030542010-06-07T23:55:27.403+01:002010-06-07T23:55:27.403+01:00Hi Miss Mae, a dear friend and one of my successfu...Hi Miss Mae, a dear friend and one of my successful students in the art of Indie-Publishing. LOL We had a time getting her book through some of the red tape, but it turned out gorgeous. My copy is on my "keeper shelf." And without lots of help and support from all of my friends like you, I would never have gotten this far.Rebecca J Vickeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00546468496288447253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-57646229175644090692010-06-07T23:53:06.287+01:002010-06-07T23:53:06.287+01:00Thank you for this awesome post. I too am a self-p...Thank you for this awesome post. I too am a self-published author with this year being my first time out. I never could get "in" with a traditional house and after much frustration, did my own research and decided to go the self-published route.<br /><br />Plus I like the freedom of having my concept for a cover being designed instead of someone else's idea and my own timetable for getting things published.<br /><br />I promote using blogs, guest blogs, yahoo groups and ning groups. I also attend local conventions.Lakisha Spletzerhttp://www.kishazworld.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-78723119358634152142010-06-07T23:50:32.427+01:002010-06-07T23:50:32.427+01:00Hi Evie,
With me it was a case of sink or swim an...Hi Evie, <br />With me it was a case of sink or swim and I don't give up easily. LOL<br />Thanks for being a friend and supporter all along.<br />Borders is fighting to survive like lots of other brick & mortar bookstores. They've closed several of their stores and are pinning their hopes on reorganizing with more digital offerings and an online e-store.<br />I hope they make it -- they have a lot to offer.Rebecca J Vickeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00546468496288447253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-5562323025912523952010-06-07T22:37:57.593+01:002010-06-07T22:37:57.593+01:00Absolutely fantastic post, Becca! And I'm well...Absolutely fantastic post, Becca! And I'm well aware of a lot of the angst you went through with "traditional" publishers, and I don't blame you in the least for taking this direction.<br /><br />I must admit, after one of my books expired its contract with my pub, I had no desire to re-sign, so I "leaned" on Becca's shoulder and asked her for help to get my ms in print. I feel absolutely no shame whatsoever in telling anyone that this book is "now in print at Amazon as my self-pubbed book". And hey, guess what? I designed my own cover! That way, if I got angry at the designer, I could only blame me! LOL<br /><br />Seriously, sometime next year, if not sooner, I will have another ms to go that way. My cover is already prepared. :)<br /><br />Rebecca deserves the good stuff coming her way, she's already paid her dues, and more. Hats off, Becca! :)Miss Maehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12245580913844186039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-38985310533516280432010-06-07T22:37:36.838+01:002010-06-07T22:37:36.838+01:00Very interesting and informative post. Loved the ...Very interesting and informative post. Loved the data you brought in. Is Borders not doing that well either. I only ask because of the word "failing"? Didn't know.<br /><br />The image of the woman jumping off the cliff suits the scenario perfectly. How difficult it can be to start a new venture one knows little of. But you plunged into it and took off!<br /><br />Congrats, Rebecca.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-4868998145863601142010-06-07T22:05:41.651+01:002010-06-07T22:05:41.651+01:00Hi Molly,
You've hit on one of the reasons sel...Hi Molly,<br />You've hit on one of the reasons self-published authors have had such a bad reputation in the past and why many readers refuse to even look at self-published books. No editing and pitiful covers. Editing is a must. Spell check isn't enough. It won't catch errors such as deciding between the need for their, there, and they're in a manuscript. That takes a diligent human eye and some thought. A good way to get low-cost editing is to join a good critique group or swap out reading work with an author you trust. Great point and thanks for bringing it up.Rebecca J Vickeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00546468496288447253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-85413347705095114752010-06-07T21:46:38.102+01:002010-06-07T21:46:38.102+01:00Hi Anne,
So glad you took time from your vacation ...Hi Anne,<br />So glad you took time from your vacation to read this. Hope you are having a great time! Thank you so much for all your support and inspiration.Rebecca J Vickeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00546468496288447253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5350339348313810194.post-17614737146702576772010-06-07T21:44:07.407+01:002010-06-07T21:44:07.407+01:00Hi Savanna,
Maybe you could start out small with a...Hi Savanna,<br />Maybe you could start out small with a novella or a short and try it on for size. LOL When you're ready if you need a hand or more info, just yell.Rebecca J Vickeryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00546468496288447253noreply@blogger.com