Preparing for Publication

Book number three is nearing completion. I have the copy edit nearly done and then I will need to get it proofread. I have been editing and re-writing for months now, deleting around 10,000 words in total. Which means I have written around 90,000 words in this manuscript which is the most of any book so far. I have been able to get some distance from it whilst I was waiting for the copy edit so now I feel ready to finish it off and make it the best that it can be.

There is still so much to do as I approach the launch. I haven’t officially set a launch date but it will be in the first two weeks of March 2025. Watch this space.

When preparing to publish there are a huge number of tasks that need to be completed. These are the main ones:

• Write book description

• Plan a marketing strategy

• Send manuscript for proofreading

• Final round of self-editing

• Organise cover design

• Format manuscript for e-book and print

• Set up pre-orders

• Upload files to publishing platforms

• Order proof copies for print books

• Prepare marketing materials

• Reach out to book bloggers and reviewers

• Plan a launch event and a book tour

• Ensure my website is up-to-date

So as you can see there is still plenty to do once the book is finally written. But I am also keeping myself busy doing some courses and self-directed learning.

Not to forget, getting started on the next project. During November I committed to writing 500 words per day in my new story. But more about that later.