Everything You Need to Know About Self-Publishing with Susie Schaefer

Susie Schaefer, Certified Publishing Consultant and founder of Finish the Book Publishing, will discuss:

-- Publishing Options for Every Author: A review of traditional, small independent press, vanity press and true self-publishing.

-- How to Avoid Looking Self-Published: The Top 10 Mistakes authors make when publishing.

-- Where to Spend and Where to Save Money: Professional services, from editing to cover design, layout and production – plus time and energy. What is your cost?

-- Cost Effective Book Marketing Tips for Authors: Getting clear of what is in your comfort zone vs. what is not, and how to avoid getting overwhelmed.

As a publishing consultant, Susie guides authors by establishing a team (it takes a village!) of writing coaches, editors, layout and cover designers to create a beautiful book that can stand up to anything on the bookstore shelves. She helps writers discover the right book for their goals and navigates the waters for writers to become Amazon #1 Best Selling Authors.

She can be reached via email at Susie@FinishTheBook
Publishing.com.

Admission is $20 for nonmembers and $10 for members of PWOC/PWSD. RSVP (and optionally prepay through PayPal) at http://publisherswritersorangecounty.org/rsvp/ or pay at the door with exact-change cash, or a check payable to PWSD. (SORRY, NO CREDIT CARDS.)

TIP: Bring your walking shoes! After the meeting, join us for a walk to a nearby restaurant for lunch, camaraderie, and more networking in quaint Old Towne Orange.