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How to publish a book and sell your first 1,000 copies by joe bunting 102 comments i work with a lot of writers, and by far the most frustrated, disappointed, and confused writers i work with arent the. Determining the best time to publish a book marketing a book. In hollywood, theres a pretty set calendar for when movies are released. How to self publish your book as a first time author. Self publishing a book can be an overwhelming process. The book can be published as soon as the writer gives approval. Now, more than at any other time in history, there are more opportunities and possibilities to write, share, and publish a story and interact with an audience. If you are going to look for a publisher you want to.
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