Take Your Story From Idea to Print Without Breaking The Bank
Welcome to VERB's newest division: VERB Publishing
With the successful #1 best-selling release of the memoir nine days, and soon-TO-BE-released fantasy sci-fi novel the goddess temple, verb is proud to now open our doors to independent authors!
A Harrowing True Story of survival and a mother's love.
Nine Days by Author Michelle Renee was released in 2023 and became a #1 Best Seller and #1 New Release on Amazon. Nine Days is currently optioned with a production company in New York for a 3-part documentary series. This award-winning memoir takes readers on a nine-day solo journey into the Alaska wilderness to return to her daughter after surviving a violent. home invasion kidnapping & bank heist that devastated their lives.
WHen an astronaut crashes leaving her burned and scarred finding love again seemed impossible, until she met Dr. Tate.
The Goddess Temple is a hopeful novel based on healing our planet. It is a seamless blend of fantasy and reality, told through the medium of a timeless love story. From astronauts to the excitement of surfing, from outer space to the powerful ocean, from goddesses to golden temples, we follow a man who is struggling to heal long-time wounds and the pain of loss. The reader will come away from this book uplifted, with a curious mind and a light heart.
what we do
BOOK PLANNING, EDITING SUPPORT & DEVELOPMENT
COPYRIGHT, ISBN ASSIGNMENT AND COVER DESIGN
AUTHOR PAGE, FORMATTING, PUBLISHING
STAGE 1.
Stage 1 in self-publishing a book is about laying a strong foundation for your project. Here’s a roadmap to get started:
1. Develop Your Manuscript
- Writing: Ensure your book is complete and polished. Whether it’s a first draft or a near-final version, focus on bringing your story to life.
- Editing: Start with self-edits and then consider professional editing for developmental (big picture) edits, line editing, and proofreading to ensure the quality of your work.
2. Define Your Audience and Goals
- Target Audience: Identify your book’s genre and the ideal reader demographic. Knowing who you’re writing for shapes the book’s marketing approach.
- Publishing Goals: Are you looking to share a message, build a personal brand, or make sales? Your goals will influence your next steps in distribution and marketing.
3. Research Self-Publishing Platforms
- Choose a Platform: Platforms like Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and Kobo each offer different benefits. Research their royalties, distribution reach, and formatting requirements.
- Understand Requirements: Each platform has specific formatting, cover design, and metadata requirements. Getting familiar with these can save time later on.
4. Set Up a Timeline
- Release Date: Decide on a realistic launch date based on your writing, editing, design, and marketing timelines.
- Milestones: Break down the steps—like editing, cover design, formatting, and promotion planning—into actionable goals to stay on track.
Getting these foundational steps right will make the publishing and marketing process much smoother. VERB is here to help ensure that is exactly what happens.
STAGE 2.
Stage 2 of self-publishing is all about preparing your book for release. The next focus is on production and early marketing prep.
1. Finalize Your Manuscript
- Professional Editing: At this stage, the manuscript should go through final proofreading to catch any lingering errors. A polished book builds credibility and enhances reader experience.
- Beta Readers & Feedback: Consider sharing with beta readers for last-minute feedback on story clarity, character consistency, or any areas that might benefit from final tweaks.
2. Book Cover Design
- Professional Design: Invest in a quality cover that captures your book’s essence and appeals to your target audience. A good cover is crucial for attracting readers.
- Thumbnail Testing: Make sure your cover looks good as a small thumbnail, as many readers will see it on online platforms.
3. Interior Formatting
- Ebook Formatting: Platforms like Kindle and Kobo require specific formats (e.g., EPUB or MOBI). Professional ebook formatting ensures compatibility and readability on digital devices.
- Print Formatting: If you’re planning on a print version, such as paperback or hardcover, design your interior layout accordingly. This includes setting up margins, font choices, and page numbers.
5. Set Up Your ISBN & Copyright
- ISBN: If you plan to distribute widely, purchasing an ISBN for your book might be beneficial, although platforms like Amazon provide free ISBNs.
- Copyright: As the creator, you automatically hold the copyright, but some authors register their book with a copyright office for extra protection.
Stage 2 sets your book up for success and ensures it’s polished, professional, and positioned to reach the right audience.
STAGE 3:
The final stage of self-publishing is all about launching, promoting, and managing your book post-release. By this point, your book is ready for readers, so the focus shifts to getting it into their hands, maintaining visibility, and gathering reviews.
1. Plan Your Launch and Marketing Strategy
- Launch Team: Gather a small team to help promote your book during the launch. Friends, family, and fans can spread the word, leave early reviews, and build excitement.
- Pre-orders & Pricing: Platforms like Amazon allow pre-orders for ebooks, helping generate interest and visibility even before your launch day.
- Marketing Materials: Design assets like social media graphics, email templates, and other promotional materials to support your launch efforts.
2. Launch Your Book
- Upload to Platforms: Make sure your book is properly uploaded to all chosen platforms (Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Kobo, etc.), with accurate metadata, cover images, and a polished book description.
- Release Announcement: Announce the book launch through all your channels—email list, social media, website, and any groups or forums where your target audience gathers.
3. Post-Launch and Future Steps
- Social Media Campaigns: Consult on promoting your book on social media with posts, stories, or even paid ads if you have a budget. Show behind-the-scenes content, reader reactions, and milestones.
- Analyze Sales Data: Consult on. your book’s performance across different platforms and promotions. Take note of what worked and what didn’t for future projects.
This final stage is all about maintaining momentum and building an author’s presence while keeping readers engaged.
