Self-Publishing 101: Things to Consider Before Publishing Your Book in Print is a course designed to help you reach your publishing dreams!Do you want to become a published author? Are you looking forward to seeing your books for sale in online places such as Amazon and Barnes and Noble? Would you like to hold your published books in your hands and share them with others? If yes, this course may be for you!This course is for anyone interested in publishing a book but has no idea where to begin with the self-publishing process and for authors of any genre interested in learning more about self-publishing a book in print. Does that describe you?There is A LOT to consider when choosing to self-publish a book! Instead of spending countless hours aimlessly searching for information about self-publishing, this course is designed in an easy-to-follow format to guide you in the right direction.Divided into a total of 33 videos including the introduction, each video is presented with a slide show presentation as well as a downloadable transcript for your convenience. Handouts are also included with many videos to provide additional resources and information to help you with your publishing journey.Before deciding if this course is for you, please check out what is covered within this course below. You are also welcome to watch the course video, introduction, and the video about print-on-demand publishing before choosing if this is the right course for you.To your publishing success!Please note: this course is not being continuously updated. Some links and resources may no longer be available or may be outdated. With that being said, most of the information presented in this course is still relevant. Thank you for understanding.Section 1Lecture 1: IntroductionExpansion of information presented in the course videoBrief introduction of instructorList of what students should learn by the end of the courseList of what this course will not teachList of who this course is forReference to the course Choosing the Best Publishing Option for You and Your BookBrief overview of the publishing options: traditional publishing, hybrid publishing, and self-publishingList of what is needed for this courseSome additional publishing tipsBreak down of this courseDisclaimer and copyright information for this courseInformation about the included handoutsLecture 2: Print-On-Demand PublishingOverview of print-on-demand printingPros of print-on-demandCons of print-on-demandList of print-on-demand companiesBrief discussion of offset printingHandout with Additional Resources IncludedNote: Some print-on-demand companies have changed their policies since this course was created. For example, as of May 2023, IngramSpark no longer charges for book setup fees. Section 2: Copyright and Legalities to ConsiderLecture 3: CopyrightWhat copyright isHow long copyright lastsHow to register for copyrightWhat may not be copyrightedHow to show copyrightHandout with Additional Resources IncludedLecture 4: Other Legalities to ConsiderExplanation of disclaimers with samplesBeing an authorpreneur - business considerationsTaxes and permit considerationsKeeping records considerationsMention of one resource all self-published authors should consider havingHandout with Additional Resources IncludedSection 3: Sections to (Possibly) Include in a BookLecture 5: Sections to Include in a Book OverviewBrief overview of front matter sectionsBrief overview of body sectionsBrief overview of back matter sectionsHandout with Additional Resources IncludedLecture 6: Front Matter Part 1: Title PageWhat is included on a title page with samplesWhat is included on a half title pageHandout with Additional Resources IncludedLecture 7: Front Matter Part 2: Copyright and DedicationWhat is included on a copyright page with samplesExplanation of a dedication with samplesBrief explanation of a CIP data blockLecture 8: Front Matter Part 3: Table of ContentsExplanation of a table of contents with samplesTips for creating a table of contentsVideo with Step-by-Step Instructions for Inserting Table of Contents IncludedLecture 9: Front Matter Part 4: Accolades and ReviewsExplanation of a foreword with a sampleExplanation of accolades with samplesBrief explanation of an advance reader copy (ARC)Lecture 10: Body OverviewExplanation of an introduction with a sampleExplanation of a prologue with a sampleConsiderations for the main text of a bookExplanation of an epilogue with a sampleExplanation of an afterwordHandout with Additional Resources IncludedLecture 11: Back Matter Part 1: Author Bio and Choosing a NameExplanation of an author bio with samplesExplanation of an illustrator bio with samplesConsiderations when choosing an author nameHandout with Additional Resources IncludedLecture 12: Back Matter Part 2: Acknowledgments and Additional OptionsExplanation of acknowledgments with samplesExplanation of a promotional page with samplesExplanation of a glossary with sampleExplanation of an index with samplesExplanation of a bibliography with samplesExplanation of permission information with samplesList of extra back matter ideasAn additional tip in place of back matterSection 4: EditingLecture 13: Editing OverviewPossible reasons to have an editorExplanation of developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, and proofreadingTips for self-editingHandout with Additional Resources IncludedLecture 14: Finding an EditorExplanation of alpha readers, beta readers, and critique partnersTips after having your work edited or critiquedList of possible questions to ask yourself when deciding to hire an editorList of possible places to find an editorExplanation of the cost of an editorExplanation of what to do if your book is published with errorsHandout with Additional Resources and Handout with Questions IncludedSection 5: Illustrations, Photos, and FontsLecture 15: Illustrations, Photos, and Fonts OverviewBrief explanation of copyright issuesExamples of when the instructor has contacted others for permissionExplanation of the difference between black and white interior vs color interiorExplanation of bleed and no bleedLecture 16: Illustrations Part 1Tips before hiring an illustratorInformation about dummiesPossible places to find an illustratorQuestions to consider when choosing an illustratorAdditional tips and considerations with illustrationsHandout with Additional Resources and Handout with Questions IncludedLecture 17: Illustrations Part 2Explanation of illustration notesA break down of the instructor's experience with the illustrator of her first two picture booksLecture 18: Illustrations Part 3A break down of the instructor's experience with the illustrator of her third picture bookLecture 19: PhotosPossible places to find photosAdditional tips and considerations for photosHandout with Additional Resources IncludedLecture 20: FontsBrief explanation of fontsPossible places to find fontsA possible place to create your own fontTips for having fun and being creative with fontsAdditional tips and considerations for fontsHandout with Additional Resources IncludedSection 6: MetadataLecture 21: MetadataWhat metadata isConsiderations/explanations/tips for choosing keywords, book titles, categories, price, and the publication dateTips for writing and formatting a book descriptionHandout with Additional Resources IncludedLecture 22: ISBNs and BarcodesFacts about ISBNs and BarcodesHow many ISBNs you needWhen a new ISBN is requiredWhere to get an ISBN (in the United States)Whether or not you should purchase your own ISBNsHandout with Additional Resources IncludedSection 7: More DetailsLecture 23: Trim Size and Additional ConsiderationsExplanation of trim sizesTips for choosing a trim sizeExplanation of additional interior considerations such as paper thickness, paper color, running heads, running feet, and page numbersHandout with Additional Resources IncludedLecture 24: Book CoversExplanation of book cover considerations such as hardcover vs softcover, matte vs glossy, and cover consistencyTips and resources for creating your own coverHandout with Additional Resources IncludedLecture 25: Self-Publishing Expenses to ConsiderExplanation of cost to self-publishList of expenses to consider when self-publishingList of ways an author can save money when self-publishingA break down of the cost to publish the instructor's most recent bookConsiderations about profiting on a self-published bookSection 8: Publishing with KDP PrintLecture 26: KDP Print OverviewBrief recap of print-on-demandOverview of KDP PrintHandout with Additional Resources Included* Please note: KDP Print has made some changes since this course was created, but most of the information presented is still relevant. For example, KDP Print now offers a hard cover option for some books.Lecture 27: Expanded Distribution with KDP PrintExplanation of expanded distribution through KDP PrintA break down of possible book royalties through KDP PrintHandout with Additional Resources IncludedLecture 28: KDP Print TipsTips for using KDP PrintExplanation of proofsHandout with Additional Resources and Handout with Step-by-Step Upload Instructions IncludedSection 9: Publishing with IngramSparkLecture 29: IngramSpark OverviewOverview of IngramSparkHandout with Additional Resources IncludedPlease note: IngramSpark has made some changes since this course was created, but most of the information presented is still relevant. For example, as of May 2023, IngramSpark no longer charges for book setup fees. Lecture 30: Additional IngramSpark InformationExplanation of wholesale discountsBrief explanation of publisher compensation calculator and print and ship calculatorHandout with Additional Resources IncludedSection 10: Using Both KDP Print and IngramSpark TogetherLecture 31: Using Both KDP Print and IngramSpark TogetherTips for using both KDP Print and IngramSpark together with examplesA break down of author copy costsHandout with Additional Resources IncludedPlease note: Both KDP Print and IngramSpark have made some changes since this course was created. For example, as of May 2023, IngramSpark no longer charges for book setup fees. KDP Print also now offers hard cover options for some books. Section 11: Even More InformationLecture 32: E-books and Audiobooks OverviewOverview of e-booksList of possible benefits of e-booksList of possible options for publishing e-booksBrief explanation of KDP ASINBrief explanation of DRMBrief explanation of KDP SelectBrief mention of audiobooksHandout with Additional Resources IncludedLecture 33: Just a Few Marketing IdeasList of a few more considerations before publishing a bookList of nine inexpensive publicity/marketing ideasA reminder as the student moves forward with own publishing journeyThank you!Handout with Additional Resources IncludedWho This Course is Not ForSomeone expecting to get rich fast by publishing a bookSomeone expecting to learn writing techniquesSomeone expecting to learn specific book formatting techniques