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SPA Girls Podcast – EP277 – Answering Newbie Questions

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Today we’re responding to questions from listeners who are just starting their self-publishing journey. From earning expectations to how to learning “All The Things” and being overwhelmed, we’ve got you covered!

Some of questions answered:

  • What type of writing SHOULD I focus on? Is genre important for good earnings?
  • Are my expectations realistic? How am I going to support myself during this process? How much can I expect to earn?
  • What do I have to know about self-publishing, there’s so much to learn! Can I just write and pay someone else to do the rest?
  • How do I build a platform? What even IS a platform?
  • What’s the one piece of advice you’d give someone starting out today?

Remember, every single step of self-publishing is covered here on the podcast in detail – make sure to search on our website www.SPAGirlsPodcast.com for the topic, and the episodes will come right up.
Facebook group mentioned is Author Support Network by Marie Force: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1020661671348562

David Gaughran’s excellent post about vanity publishers is here: https://davidgaughran.com/vanity-press-media-author-solutions/

YES! It’s true – the SPA Girls will be launching an online Get Started Self-Publishing Course in the next few months. Make sure to sign up for our newsletter and you’ll be the first to know when it launches: https://selfpublishingauthorspodcast.com/join/

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3 Replies to “SPA Girls Podcast – EP277 – Answering Newbie Questions”

  1. Martha Knox

    I listen to your podcast every week. You brighten my day after being stuck in my house for a year. Who knew. I get out of the house once a month to go grocery shopping and doctor visits.
    I had to let you know I sold some books in Australia! Whoopie!! Thanks for all your excellent advice. First book down 9 more to go in cozy mystery series. I appreciate your straight forward honesty.

  2. SPA Girls

    Hi Martha, what a lovely comment, thank you so much! And congratulations on your sales! Here’s to all of us getting “out and about” soon xxx

  3. Martha Knox

    Golden City MO. POP 765. It’s -10 degrees Fahrenheit the middle of one of the biggest snowstorms of the year. I’m sure you all are basking in the warmth of your summer. But I’m busy writing my second book. You are the sunshine during this cold Covid winter. Stay safe. I enjoy your teasing and laughter, it’s what all of need right now.

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