Is indie publishing right for you? Discover the intricacies of indie publishing with author Jodi Gibson. Delve into Jodi’s journey across traditional and independent publishing avenues for her novels. She highlights the distinct processes involved in each. Jodi shares valuable tips for indie authors, ranging from understanding why you want to indie publish to learning to love the hustle of marketing your work. The conversation covers the importance of a professional presentation of your book, meeting genre expectations, and the crucial role of building a mailing list. Additionally, Jodi discusses the necessity of assembling a publishing team, including editors and cover designers, to ensure a book's success. This episode offers a comprehensive look at the dedication required for indie publishing and the importance of defining one's own success in the literary world.
00:00 Welcome to the podcast 03:35 Author Nat Newman’s writing tips 06:40 The perils of writing to a theme 11:02 Competition time: Win End of Story by A.J. Finn 13:35 Word of the week: emollient 14:00 Meet author Jodi Gibson 28:22 The reality of indie publishing: Time management and planning 29:21 Building your indie publishing team: From editors to cover designers 35:38 The essential components of a successful book 42:25 Adapting and pivoting in the ever-changing publishing landscape 44:32 Embracing the hustle: The indie publishing mindset 47:33 Final thoughts: Validation in publishing choices
