Send us a text In this episode of Quilting on the Side, Andi and Tori discuss the journey of self-publishing, particularly in the quilting community. They share their personal experiences, reflection questions for aspiring authors, and the realities of the publishing process, including financial aspects and marketing strategies. Tori introduces the Self-Publishing Incubator , a program designed to support individuals in their publishing journey with a team of experts. Want to join the Self-Publishing Incubator? CLICK HERE! Key Takeaways: Self-publishing can be a fulfilling dream for many. Reflection questions can help determine if writing a book is right for you. Identifying your expertise is crucial for writing a book. Passion and curiosity can drive your writing topics. People often seek advice from you based on your skills. Self-publishing allows for creative control over your content. Financial realities of publishing can be challenging but manageable. The publishing process requires careful planning and documentation. Low-content books can be a viable publishing option. Support systems like the Self-Publishing Incubator can facilitate the publishing journey. Mentioned in the Episode: Published! The Proven Path From Blank Page To 10,000 Copies Sold Chapters 00:00 The Journey of Self-Publishing 14:28 Deciding Between Fiction and Non-Fiction 25:00 The Self-Publishing Experience 28:42 The Journey of Self-Publishing 33:01 Understanding Book Pricing and Profitability 35:35 The Importance of Quality in Publishing 40:02 The Role of Editors in the Publishing Process 44:06 Exploring Low Content Publishing 48:56 Launching the Self-Publishing Incubator Want to Support the Podcast and Unlock Exclusive Perks and Content? Join our Quilting on the Side Patreon community! By becoming a patron, you'll gain access to behind-the-scenes content, bonus episodes, and exclusive resources to help you grow your quilting journey. Plus, your support helps keep the podcast thriving! Click here to join . Want More Quilting Content? 🔗 Support us on Patreon for exclusive perks 🔗 Grab Tori’s new book, Workshops Unleashed 📌 Sign up for our weekly newsletter 📌 Follow us on Instagram Podcast Details: Co-Hosts: Tori McElwain @heytori.tech Andi Stanfield @truebluequilts Support the show If you want more support with your quilting business, make sure to hit follow.
