Sentences with phrase «professional standard books»

Self - publishing is on the rise, and as long as authors are willing to put in the legwork and create professional standard books for the millions of readers out there in the world, there is no reason why writers shouldn't go it alone.

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This new professional development book guides educators in establishing an inquiry - based, real - world learning environment in today's standards - driven classroom.
In this conversation, respectful relentlessness means that school leaders establish the professional expectation that every student will meet or exceed state standards and that those students who surpass the standards need further intellectual challenges, such as reading more complicated books or writing in - depth term papers.
«Becoming a Benjamin Franklin Award finalist showcases a publisher's commitment to professional standards and high - quality book content and production,» said Angela Bole, IBPA's Chief Executive Officer.
Even if you don't deem us «professional authors» (although I've sold 50,000 copies of just one of my books, so...) at least we use professional standards in our writing, which is apparently more than can be said for your writing.
This was a characteristically generous move from SilverWood, which not only helps authors self - publish beautiful books to a professional standard, but also offers lots of free information and advice on their website's Learning Zone.
Unlimited Publishing provides truly professional book design and typesetting as part of our standard service for authors and publishers.
Similarly, if you write a book there is no reason you should assume you deserve to be on shelves next to Trudi Canavan or Peter V. Brett, etc.; you need to put in some practice, allow yourself to fail a few times, get to a professional standard through hard work and dedication.
I can also help you with a professional cover design that will stand out on Amazon, as well as create an interior layout that will make your book readable and consistent with professional design standards.
After you've approved it, we'll lay out and typeset the rest of your book to professional standards.
And through our «by authors, for authors» approach to supported self - publishing, they can build the books that they envision to the professional standards readers expect.
Assuming your writing is of a high standard, you will still need to work hard to ensure your book comes across as professional.
Includes a quick start guide, outreach checklists, sample email template, and a guide to professional book design standards.
Publish your book to a professional standard easily and affordably into electronic book format.
We handle all of the subtle book - industry design standards to deliver a professional, polished cover you're sure to love.
We pay our reviewers well by book review standards (which, let's face it, is never going to make anyone rich, but still) and we require informed, professional evaluations in return.
Adhere to professional book publishing standards.
Also, speaking as a former professional book designer and typographer, graphic designer, artist, etc., my real problem with a lot of these outfits is that the level of quality they offer is really not up to my standards.
Infinity Publishing has a standard package of $ 599, your book will be recorded by a professional male or female reader.
To ensure that your book will conform to the industry standards of professional book design, take a look at the articles I have linked below.
In How to make a Professional Standard Print Book Interior, he's interviewed by author Joanna Penn in London about what he discovered many writers were trying to do:
Too many books are being published, for which real money is being charged, but that aren't up to professional standards.
THANKS for your interest in our unique approach to book publishing, combining professional standards with the speed and economy of the latest POD and e-Book publishing technologies!
Level C: Includes all of the standard services, Library of Congress number, five free books and professional cover.
I think that writers who want self - published books to be regarded as a reputable genre need to hold themselves to the highest standards and hire a professional editor to assist them.
Professional agents charge a standard fee for their services: 15 % of the author's earnings on any sale, both initially and for the life of the book.
Get your book over the last hurdle and produced to top quality, professional standards with our comprehensive book production services.
If you want to successfully compete in the same arena, you need to ensure that your book has been edited and produced to high quality, professional standards.
A book's cover plays a crucial role in enticing potential buyers from the outside, but the inside of your book also needs to maintain that professional standard to create an immersive reading experience.
, and produce your book to professional standards while eliminating all the hassle that comes with using multiple vendors.
(Manhattan Beach, CA - February 22, 2018)-- As part of its support for professional standards within the independent book publishing community, the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA)-- www.ibpa-online.org — today released a nine - point list of criteria defining what it means to be a reputable hybrid publisbook publishing community, the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA)-- www.ibpa-online.org — today released a nine - point list of criteria defining what it means to be a reputable hybrid publisBook Publishers Association (IBPA)-- www.ibpa-online.org — today released a nine - point list of criteria defining what it means to be a reputable hybrid publisher.
Keep in mind that you will be competing with traditionally - published books and that your novel needs to meet their professional standards.
I can format both standard and large print books so they look professional.
By submitting your book to Publishers Weekly for review, it means your book will be judged by professional standards, the same standards Publishers Weekly applies to books submitted by traditional trade publishers.
Level C: Includes all of the standard services, Library of Congress number, five free books of each version and professional cover for each (includes dustjacket or casebound for hardcover edition).
Other than that they were pretty professional and the book was produced to a high standard.
I am contemplating releasing my first book on Kindle, but I have high standards and I will pay for it to be edited by a professional.
A professional book proposal prepared to the highest industry standard is crucial for selling your idea to an agent or publisher.
Make sure your book meets the industry's standards by using professionals.
But it requires dedication and effort, and if you want to write and sell more than one book, each and every one needs to be professional standard.
Learn all the basics of self - publishing and find out how to get your book up to professional standards.
He said self - published writers would have to work to adhere to professional standards, working alongside stores to hold events and ensuring adequate distribution arrangements, but concluded: «We think that bookstores would benefit immensely by engaging in this process as well, considering self - published books on their merits and suitability for the store and not how they are produced.»
Our professional editor will provide you with an industry - standard, two - level topical index that is personalized to provide maximum usability for the book's target audience.
What authors should be doing, rather than whining about book reviews, is striving for and demanding the highest quality of professional standards.
They're not like the companies that fake hundreds of positive reviews — instead they want to give you a professional, well - constructed critique of your book that'll be miles more impressive and noteworthy than anything you can find on the standard Amazon page.
I also think they are right to try to establish a threshold or standard for what constitutes «professional,» because there is indeed a wide range between self - published authors who write well and produce well - edited, well - formatted books and those who, frankly, have little grasp of the fundamentals of writing — basic grammar, punctuation, and syntax as well as plot, characterization, voice, and the other aspects of writing that can make or break a story.
When it comes to marketing their book, the cover design is their primary sales tool, the face of their project, and the thing that can elevate them to a professional standard in the eyes of readers.
It's not about production standards of design or editorial, and no longer has to do with professional achievements in other parts of the book - industry.»
Professional publishing standards guide, by Teri Rider, Independent Book Publishing Association Advocacy Committee
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