Julie Broad breaks down five myths about self-publishing: that self-published books are low quality, you need an agent to succeed, it's easier than traditional publishing, it's a backup plan for rejected authors, and traditional publishers won't touch self-published work. Quality depends on your process, not your path. Self-published sales can actually attract traditional publishers.
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Self publishing is cheap, fast and easy. Oh really?
Please tell me you don't believe those things.
But there might be myths you do believe.
So if you want to join me.
In taking a sledgehammer to the myths.
That are keeping great books from being.
Published, this video is for you. Myth number one Self published books are low quality. The myth is of course self published.
Books are inferior or amateurish.
The fact is, quality is about the.
Process, not the publisher. Yeah, some, some self published books are.
Rough, but to say self published books.
Are low quality as a generalization is wrong.
Quality is a choice and self publishing authors who take their book seriously will be investing heavily in quality. Myth 2 you need an agent to succeed Some people think you can't make.
It without an agent. The fact is you can make it with a good book and a smart strategy. Our author Jonathan Stanley had his pick of agents after his book went viral on TikTok. Being viral is not enough to make it or have big options. You also have to have a great book well positioned. So when your moment in the spotlight comes, you're ready.
Myth 3 Self publishing is easier than traditional. Some people think self publishing is the easy way.
The fact is, it's the entrepreneurial way.
When you self publish, you're the CEO.
You're creating intellectual property that you now own. You're taking the route where you now have the control and the ownership of your work. Myth 4 It's only for writers who couldn't get a book deal.
Some people think self publishing is the plan B.
But the fact is it's often plan A.
It's by choice.
They want to be in charge and they want to own the speed, the process and the final product.
Myth 5 Traditional publishers won't touch self published authors. If you think self publishing ruins your.
Chances at traditional publishing, you're misled.
The fact is, publishers love proven sellers. They are in the business of selling books.
If you can show traction, great reviews, solid sales and a growing audience, they'll consider you.
Your book can be your resume.
Make it shine and you will see your goals come to life.
