So I may have been “wandering in the wilderness” but I have not been idle. I’ve been exploring my options about publishing my new book “Your Manifest Purpose”. NEWSFLASH! Now I’m thinking of a title change. Does “Your God-Given Purpose”? speak more to anyone’s heart? Please, let me know.
One thing I’ve been involved in is a course on self-publishing by David Gaughran. I have the awfulest time spelling his name right but his stuff is really, really good and free. If anyone reading this is considering writing a book – do check this site out. You won’t regret it.
Another resource I’ve found helpful is Dave Chesson’s Kindlepreneur site. (Why are all these self-publishing guys named “Dave”?) He also offers a lot of great stuff at no cost to you. Dave C. does offer a couple of software titles he’s developed. One is “Publisher Rocket“. (This link was intended to be an affiliate link, but I decided against participating in any affiliate programs at this time.) It’s a great program for digging into Amazon – finding the most relevant keywords and categories, and to check out the competition. The other is “Atticus” (NOT an affiliate link either.) I tried Atticus but it did not meet my needs. Due to that, I don’t feel right using an affiliate link. That said, I will say it is worth checking out for yourself. My experience with the support team was excellent. I truly regretted having to ask for a refund. They did so promptly without any added grief.
As I’ve been researching to learn more about self-publishing and marketing this book, I’ve solicited quotes from copy editors. In addition I’ve decided to also bite the bullet and commission a professional cover. The old adage “don’t judge a book by it’s cover” is as pertinent as ever but it has no bearing when it comes to selling books. A book’s cover can often make or break your work. Think about this the next time you are exploring books to read. There are three things that influence you the most – the cover, the title, and the description.
But wait just a doggone minute! This book “Your Manifest Purpose”/”Your God-Given Purpose” – it is a godly, spiritual book right? WHY then, am I concerned about “sales”? Why not just give it away? First things first, I might just give it away – IF God tells me to do so, I will. However there is a principle involved I cannot ignore. People don’t value “free” . Consider Dave G’s course above. Had he not been recommended by another author who I respect, I would not have been so quick to sign up. I’ve been down that road before and have generally found you get what you pay for. It is an oddity of human nature but we tend to place more value on those things that cost us. Second, even IF I were to give it away, I’ll be competing with every other “freebie” out there so I will still need to stand out. My ultimate goal here is to get this book into the hands of as many people as possible in order to bless as many people as possible.
As far as I can tell, Jesus didn’t advertise but the signs, miracles, and wonders he performed spoke volumes. God is preparing the body of Christ for a massive outpouring of His Holy Spirit. Once again the world will see signs, miracles, and wonders – this time via the body of Christ. A great harvest is coming. This book will prepare many in the body to receive this outpouring.
What can you do NOW?
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May Almighty God bless and keep you in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ!
Andy
