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Author Insight - success stories, peer advice and other tales from indie authors Some Thoughts On the World of Independent/Self-publishing by Lorraine Devon Wilke
So after completing my second novel, Hysterical Love, I once again leapt into the indie platform, determined to put out the best possible book I could, that met every one of my exhaustive standards… no sophomore slump for me! It was a joy to write; once again I used my photography for the cover, I hired the same team to design, refine, and polish it, and happily sent it into the indie marketplace to excellent response. Having just won the “solo medal in the general fiction category” of New Apple’s 2017 Best of Summer E-Books Awards, I feel honored and acknowledged that I achieved my goal! Of course, marketing and promotion remain the biggest challenges for any writer, certainly for us intrepid independents doing it on our own. It takes time, money, strategy and vigilance, and a willingness to relentlessly blow your own horn… not always easy and not necessarily in the wheelhouse of every writer. Plus, we indies push against persisting stigmas held by some in the media and marketing worlds that bar our books from select contests, review opportunities, and coverage in prestigious magazines and blogs. Aggravating and unfair, yes, but to my way of thinking, we transcend those generalities by proving them wrong: by putting out books so beautifully written, so well-constructed, so expertly presented that they can sit on the shelf next to any traditionally published book and shine in comparison. That will always be my goal as in indie writer; I hope it is for all of us. I’ve got a third novel ready to go, A Nice White Girl, and while I’ve been exploring some new avenues and possibilities for publication, I am once again looking to take the indie route. We’ll see if I can follow my well-traveled road to indie success with this one as well… stay tuned! But whatever route an author takes – hybrid publishing, traditional, self, small press – the goal is always good books. As an avid reader I will never tire of good books; as a writer, I will always do my best to create them. As both, I appreciate organizations like New Apple Literary for shining a light on good indie writers so enthusiastic readers can find them! Author's Website: lorrainedevonwilke.com
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Matthew Grayken is young, successful, and dying, which is why he’s about to propose to a total stranger. He isn’t interested in love. He needs a caregiver to be his legal voice when he can no longer speak for himself.
"What do these two books have in common? Powerful women."
Introducing Special Forces Sergeant John Bishop, decorated war hero, and nephew of crime boss, Gonzalo Valdez. After returning home from Afghanistan John’s hopes for a peaceful future are quickly shattered when he is catapulted back into the global war on terror through a succession of life-threatening events and corrupt intrigue. |
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