7 Steps to Publishing Your Book

In this episode, Matt & Lauren review how to publish your book in 7 steps! Check out these resources to help with each one: 

💡 Step 1: Brainstorm Your Book Idea → [6:06]

• Listen to: Ep #32 | 5 Things to Know Before You Start Publishing
• Read: Turning Your Content Into a Book

💡 Step 2: Write & Organize Your Book → [9:46]

• Listen to: Ep #38 | 5+ Tools to Help You Draft, Publish, and Sell Your Book
• Listen to: Ep #67 | Turning Your Blog Into A Book

💡 Step 3: Edit & Revise Your Book → [18:33]

• Listen to: Ep #20 | Do You Need to Hire Professional Editors for Your Book?
• Read: EFA Editorial Guide

💡 Step 4: Format Your Book → [27:40]

• Read: 5 Visual Indicators Your Book is Self-Published
• Watch: Book Formatting Lulu U Playlist

💡 Step 5: Design Your Book Cover → [34:28]

• Listen to: Ep #21 | Getting Your Book Design Right
• Watch: Cover Design Lulu U Playlist

💡 Step 6: Proof & Prepare Your Book → [47:17]

• Listen to: Ep #59 | Mastering Book Metadata to Maximize Market Reach
• Read: Before You Publish: Get a Proof Copy

💡 Step 7: Finalize & Publish Your Book → [50:00]

• Ep #10 | Marketing Your Book Pre-Launch, At-Launch, and Post-Launch
• Ep #57 | How to Use a Preorder Campaign to Boost Your Book Launch

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