The Author's Magnificent Seven
Master the Complete Author Journey from Writing to Marketing
The Complete Self-Publishing Roadmap
The Author's Magnificent Seven guides you through every step of the self-publishing journey—from initial concept to building a lasting author business.
This companion volume to How To Publish Your Book with LaTeX focuses on the business and marketing side of being an author, helping you turn your passion for writing into a professional endeavor.
The Seven Pillars of Author Success
1. Writing
Develop consistent writing habits, overcome writer's block, and finish your manuscript.
2. Editing
Understand the different levels of editing and when to hire professional help.
3. Design
Create professional covers and interior layouts that compete with traditional publishers.
4. Publishing
Navigate Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Lulu, and other platforms to maximize distribution.
5. Marketing
Build your author platform, understand book marketing fundamentals, and reach readers.
6. Sales
Price your books strategically, run promotions, and build long-term revenue streams.
7. Growth
Scale from one book to a catalog, build an author business, and plan your writing career.
Who Should Read This Book
- First-time authors who want a clear roadmap
- Writers ready to take their hobby to a professional level
- Published authors who want to improve their marketing and sales
- Anyone serious about building a sustainable author career
Coming Late 2026
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