Sharon Skinner interviews prolific children's author and indie publisher Darcy Pattison, who shares insights and actionable advice on indie publishing, from book production to marketing, drawing on her experience publishing over 70 award-winning kidlit titles.
Visit and/or Follow Darcy Online: Facebook.com/DarcyPattisonAuthor darcypattison.bsky.social MimsHouseBooks.com DarcyPattison.com substack.com/@darcypattison indiekidsbooks.com
TOPICS COVERED
- Darcy Pattison’s Journey to Indie Publishing (00:03:10)
- Choosing and Researching Nonfiction KidLit (00:04:56)
- Managing the Business and Profitability of Indie Publishing (00:08:41)
- Offset Printing vs. Print-on-Demand for Picture Books (00:16:04)
- The Importance of Setting Clear Publishing Goals (00:22:00)
- Outsourcing Tasks and Wearing Multiple Hats as an Indie Publisher (00:29:01)
- Encouragement and Advice for Writers Considering Self-Publishing (00:31:48)
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