7 Self-Publishing Mistakes You MUST Avoid in 2025

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  • Опубліковано 10 лют 2025

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  • @TECHnicallyMissy
    @TECHnicallyMissy 26 днів тому +2

    "Mistakes are the greatest gifts because that is when you learn." A powerful perspective! In essence, mistakes are not failures but rather valuable learning experiences. So true. Thank you!!

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  24 дні тому

      You're welcome. Thanks for saying hello. We also have a brand new community on the SKOOL platform for anyone writing and self-publishing a non-fiction book. It’s free to join and participation unlocks courses, tools, and prizes: www.skool.com/self-publish-and-succeed-3008/about
      See you again soon!!

  • @neavahleahskye8085
    @neavahleahskye8085 Місяць тому +3

    Hi! I am a children’s picture book indie author and illustrator. I have just begun this journey and hope to share my stories with people who enjoy the work! I like listen to these podcast’s videos because even if my books are not the right genre for this particular audience I think it’s good to get as much information and see what can be flexed into my area.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  Місяць тому

      Thank you for saying hello! I know there are other viewers here that do the same and find value! All the best with your projects.

  • @DeluxRants
    @DeluxRants 14 днів тому +2

    It’s too late… I published my book… it’s fiction because the dog narrates the entire story… what an experience… all my mistakes are teaching me a lot.

    • @sdeggo68
      @sdeggo68 10 днів тому

      Hi, can we connect? I am 2 weeks away from publishing. Would love to pick your brain.

  • @sdeggo68
    @sdeggo68 10 днів тому +1

    I wish I had the budget to afford to hire the "Book-Broad" but this is my first book and every penny I have is going to the illustrator AFTER I negotiated his price down to the bare minimum. Anyway, I love this channel even tho it is non-fiction publishing, only.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  7 днів тому

      Sounds like you're doing great!
      💡 Want expert guidance and a community of supportive authors? Join our free community here: www.skool.com/selfpublishingbooks

  • @jasonward2617
    @jasonward2617 Місяць тому +5

    I haven’t told the world that I’m writing a book…yet. But guess I should and start that email list!!

  • @scotthirwin
    @scotthirwin Місяць тому +2

    One of your best videos Julie. Like listening to a great coach telling athletes what they have to do to get better. It’s always the fundamentals!

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  Місяць тому +1

      Thanks so much for the kind words! I agree, it’s always back to the basics.

  • @CaseStephensAuthor
    @CaseStephensAuthor Місяць тому +3

    If you are a first time author seeking advice on how to navigate the Self-Publishing landscape in 2025 you should definitely Subscribe to this channel. I have learned so much about promoting and publishing my work as well as how to avoid loads of worthless scams and services that Julie and her cohorts outline in so many of these videos. While a lot of the emphasis in these videos tends to lean more towards Non-Fiction authors that want to build up rapport for platforms, but all of the advice Book Launchers gives on where to publish, how to publish and how to promote your work still applies to Fiction authors as well. Cheers to a successful 2025 full of writing and publishing!

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  Місяць тому

      THANK YOU! That's really amazing praise. Glad to have you here. :)

  • @philippeeggert
    @philippeeggert Місяць тому +1

    I am an absolute newbie. I am, what I think, at the last steps finalizing my book "The Jiu Jitsu Parent - A Practical Guide to supporting your child's Journey" and try to figure out how things work ...

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  Місяць тому

      Hello and welcome!! This group we have is perfect for new authors:it's a brand new community on the SKOOL platform for anyone writing and self-publishing a non-fiction book. It’s free to join and participation unlocks courses, tools, and prizes: www.skool.com/self-publish-and-succeed-3008/about

  • @healthyeatingadventure7222
    @healthyeatingadventure7222 11 днів тому +1

    yes, this was helpful .... and good energy

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  7 днів тому

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      If your book is already written and you're looking for launch or marketing support, Self-Promote and Succeed is your go-to! And yes, you can grab the audiobook free here too: selfpromoteandsucceed.com/audio.
      💡 Want expert guidance and a community of supportive authors? Join our free community here: www.skool.com/selfpublishingbooks
      Need hands-on support? Learn about our services: booklaunchers.com/self-publishing-services-overview/ or set up a call: www.booklaunchers.com/apply.
      Hope to see you around again soon! Keep writing! ✨📚

  • @bemuasis
    @bemuasis Місяць тому +1

    I took 3 page notes from this single video. It is a rich advice, Julie .thanks a lot.

  • @KevinHall-ux9hn
    @KevinHall-ux9hn Місяць тому +1

    Excellent advice Julie. I took notes and had to relisten to this video to make sure I had it all correct. Much appreciated.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  Місяць тому +1

      You’re so welcome! I’m glad you found it helpful! And yes there is a bonus mistake in there - what can I say? I can't count and I can't help but overdeliver! Happy Friday! Thank you so much for commenting! Because you’ve commented on the day a video was released you’ve been entered to win some of our fabulous swag. Tune into our live on January 7th at 2pm PST to find out if you’ve won (or watch the replay).
      See you again soon!!

  • @davidjameshenderson3160
    @davidjameshenderson3160 Місяць тому +2

    I love lists like this. Straight talk. Thanks.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  Місяць тому +1

      :) Happy Friday! Thank you so much for commenting! Because you’ve commented on the day a video was released you’ve been entered to win some of our fabulous swag. Tune into our live on January 7th at 2pm PST to find out if you’ve won (or watch the replay).

  • @keithmarrett
    @keithmarrett Місяць тому

    I found your video helpful. Thanks

  • @mikeknsah
    @mikeknsah Місяць тому +1

    Awesome advice indeed! Much appreciated. Will reach out to you soon.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  Місяць тому

      I'm glad you found it helpful, and I'm happy to connect soon! Thank you so much for commenting! Because you’ve commented on the day a video was released you’ve been entered to win some of our fabulous swag. Tune into our live on January 7th at 2pm PST to find out if you’ve won (or watch the replay).
      
Also - you’re invited! We also have a brand new community on the SKOOL platform for anyone writing and self-publishing a non-fiction book. It’s free to join and participation unlocks courses, tools, and prizes: www.skool.com/self-publish-and-succeed-3008/about
      See you again soon!!

  • @MirafabulaBooks
    @MirafabulaBooks Місяць тому

    Excellent video, thank you!

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  27 днів тому

      You are welcome! We also have a brand new community on the SKOOL platform for anyone writing and self-publishing a non-fiction book. It’s free to join and participation unlocks courses, tools, and prizes: www.skool.com/self-publish-and-succeed-3008/about
      See you again soon!!

  • @perspectivewithmikeb
    @perspectivewithmikeb Місяць тому

    HAPPY NEW YEAR JULIE!

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  Місяць тому +1

      Happy Friday! Thank you so much for commenting! Because you’ve commented on the day a video was released you’ve been entered to win some of our fabulous swag. Tune into our live on January 7th at 2pm PST to find out if you’ve won (or watch the replay).

  • @DanRenaud-c9s
    @DanRenaud-c9s Місяць тому

    You are so real I love your work and message

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  Місяць тому

      Thank you!! I hope to see you around the channel again soon.

  • @debbiemartin257
    @debbiemartin257 Місяць тому

    Thanks for this video

  • @suicidaleuphoria7012
    @suicidaleuphoria7012 Місяць тому +3

    I hope that you are keeping your word about only using ghostwriters to write nonfiction books because any fiction writer who uses ghostwriters or AI to write his books is a fraud, a con artist, and a disgrace to literary fiction.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  Місяць тому +1

      Wow well that is a strong opinion on the matter. We only talk about non-fiction on this channel.

  • @darlamondragon718
    @darlamondragon718 Місяць тому

    Great video, tons of information. Biggest takeaway, STAY FOCUSED AND STICK TO THE BASICS!

  • @tomwillis3396
    @tomwillis3396 Місяць тому

    Happy New Year Julie
    Count me in for 2025🎉
    Signing Up Now!

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  Місяць тому

      Happy Friday! Thank you so much for commenting! Because you’ve commented on the day a video was released you’ve been entered to win some of our fabulous swag. Tune into our live on January 7th at 2pm PST to find out if you’ve won (or watch the replay).
      
Also - you’re invited! We also have a brand new community on the SKOOL platform for anyone writing and self-publishing a non-fiction book. It’s free to join and participation unlocks courses, tools, and prizes: www.skool.com/self-publish-and-succeed-3008/about
      See you again soon!!

  • @mdrakibhasan-j1n
    @mdrakibhasan-j1n Місяць тому

    Such valuable tips-avoiding these mistakes will definitely set you up for self-publishing success in 2025!

  • @MyBizGuide8
    @MyBizGuide8 Місяць тому

    Yep yep good conversation!

  • @klash4631
    @klash4631 17 днів тому

    Slow off the blocks commenting on this but… great stuff & can’t but be great advice in trade fraught with pitfalls.

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  14 днів тому

      Thanks! It's never too late to avoid those mistakes!

  • @MonochromeMythology
    @MonochromeMythology Місяць тому +1

    Great video Julie! Would you ever consider (or have you already) creating a service like Book Launchers for fiction authors?

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  Місяць тому

      Maybe one day! But right now we are really focused on going deeper to support non-fiction authors to have morre impact and make more income. We want to be best in class at this first!

    • @MonochromeMythology
      @MonochromeMythology Місяць тому

      @@BookLaunchers Makes sense, thanks!

  • @YourfavAuthor
    @YourfavAuthor Місяць тому

    Great insights

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  Місяць тому +1

      Happy Friday! Thank you so much for commenting! Because you’ve commented on the day a video was released you’ve been entered to win some of our fabulous swag. Tune into our live on January 7th at 2pm PST to find out if you’ve won (or watch the replay).
      
Also - you’re invited! We also have a brand new community on the SKOOL platform for anyone writing and self-publishing a non-fiction book. It’s free to join and participation unlocks courses, tools, and prizes: www.skool.com/self-publish-and-succeed-3008/about
      See you again soon!!

  • @DonsaBohicaWordSmith-c5m
    @DonsaBohicaWordSmith-c5m Місяць тому

    I absolutely love your work! It’s so inspiring and aligns perfectly with the kind of style I’m looking for. By any chance, do you have any points of contact or recommendations for someone who does similar work, particularly for a fantasy book? I’d really appreciate any suggestions you might have! Thanks

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  Місяць тому +1

      I get asked this all the time and I don't have a great answer for you! If you ever find someone please do an intro to me so I can meet them and do some referrals!

  • @nanaonthemountain7533
    @nanaonthemountain7533 25 днів тому +1

    I noticed that you only deal in NON-FICTION books. Where would you recommend me to go for fiction writers?

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  24 дні тому +1

      Hi! Yes we are non-fiction. I know that some of our viewers watch Dale L Roberts, Mandy Lynn, Joanna Penn and Keith Wheeler for other genres.

  • @garyanderson5367
    @garyanderson5367 Місяць тому

    I will be in Las Vegas for Shotshow in a couple weeks. Can I stop by and get a bunch of books from ya, meet everyone, and get some advice?

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  Місяць тому

      I'm the only one located in Las Vegas - the rest of the team is all over the country. Depending on when you're here you can swing by the office and get books and say hi though. I'm on the road a lot this month though so reach out to Angela and she can coordinate (team@booklaunchers.com)

  • @joangrant5248
    @joangrant5248 29 днів тому +3

    You’re an introvert!?

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  29 днів тому +1

      Funny that is your takeaway but yes, I am very strongly an introvert.

    • @joangrant5248
      @joangrant5248 День тому +1

      @@BookLaunchers I hope I did not give offence. You present so effectively. I think of introverts as people who struggle fro express themselves, but perhaps that is wrong. I am in the UK. Book 1 is done. Now working on book 2. I come back to your videos time and again to take on board all the content. Best regards, Joan (Grant)

    • @BookLaunchers
      @BookLaunchers  21 годину тому

      @@joangrant5248 Not at all! :) I get that comment all the time.