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Calling all Authors: How to Navigate the Path from Writing to Publishing by Allyson R. Abbott
bookingbonkers's review
4.0
This book is a must have how to guide for anyone wanting to self publish or anyone who may be interested in the process. It is a very clear and concise guide that is easy to read with all jargon explained clearly so that you can get to the grit of the subject without feeling overwhelmed.
Even though this a book of instructions, the author give it a personal feel as if they are talking to you while sat having coffee. There is also some humour thrown in and I liked how the explanations of things came over so I didn't feel stupid. The author also allows for the fact that some people reading this may be complete amateurs were as others may have some level of knowledge on the matter.
This book would definitely be a well used reference manual for those branching out in this area.
Even though this a book of instructions, the author give it a personal feel as if they are talking to you while sat having coffee. There is also some humour thrown in and I liked how the explanations of things came over so I didn't feel stupid. The author also allows for the fact that some people reading this may be complete amateurs were as others may have some level of knowledge on the matter.
This book would definitely be a well used reference manual for those branching out in this area.
bwagner's review
5.0
How to Navigate The Path from Writing to Publishing: A 'Go To' Handbook for Indie Authors (Calling all Authors 1) by Allyson R. Abbott is a awesome resource guide to help anyone who wants to get their story published. This book is easy to understand and follow. This author has once again created a resource that will help you in the writing world. She lists lots of information to help get you from point A to point B. You will find step by step information to help you get your book published even when you don't know where to start. She gives great ideas on where to start writing and on the different genes. This is not my first book by this author, resource or other. She has a couple more resource books coming out and I for one can't wait to see what additional information she will share with us next. I highly recommend this book as it will help anyone to start writing and publishing their books. This is a great resource that you will want at your side as you start your creative journey.
shannonlovesbooksandreading's review
4.0
Have you ever wanted to write a book and then publish it? Sounds easy right? Just some words to paper or fingers to keys and press print…Not. So. Fast. According to award winning author, Allyson R. Abbott there is a process. A process she has put into one book! I would like to call this writing and publishing for dummies, but that title is probably already taken. Abbott has put a call out to any author or want to be author! From writing and editing to covers and actually publishing. Allyson Abbott has thought of everything!
After reading this handy book, I feel like I could successfully publish a good book…now if I only had something to write about!
This review is more of a Thank you. Thank you from an author’s point of view (I can only imagine since I am not an author nor do I pretend to be one). Thank you from a reader’s point of view as now I know the hard work you go through. Not so easy.
I recommend this book to all aspiring authors.
After reading this handy book, I feel like I could successfully publish a good book…now if I only had something to write about!
This review is more of a Thank you. Thank you from an author’s point of view (I can only imagine since I am not an author nor do I pretend to be one). Thank you from a reader’s point of view as now I know the hard work you go through. Not so easy.
I recommend this book to all aspiring authors.
angelahayes's review
5.0
5 Stars
How to Navigate the Path from Writing to Publishing: A 'Go To' Handbook for Indie Authors, is a ‘How To’ guide by Allyson Abbott. This is a really well put together, informative and extremely helpful guide on how to self-publish. It includes every step of the way from writing your book, to editing, then formatting, creating a cover, the publishing process, what software is available to help the process, as well as avenues for promoting your work.
This is a ‘one-stop-shop’ for everything you may need to know about the process. It includes helpful hints and insights garnered from the author's own journey of writing and publishing. There are resource tools and a plethora of website links to help you along every stage of the way. Ms. Abbott streamlines and simplifies what could otherwise be an intimidating/daunting process. This guide can be used for publishing eBooks as well as paperbacks. In this day and age, kindle, eBooks and social media can become quite powerful tools for authors, especially Indie Authors. So, Ms. Abbott also explains the benefit of networking with other authors, as well as how to build relationships using social media- to make friends, gain followers and promote your work.
I recommend this to any new author or writer who may not know where to begin; or an established author who may wish to explore their options; or anyone who may be curious about the whole writing/publishing process. You won’t be disappointed by this easy to understand, detailed and comprehensive look at the whole writing and publishing procedures.
Thank you, Ms. Abbott!
How to Navigate the Path from Writing to Publishing: A 'Go To' Handbook for Indie Authors, is a ‘How To’ guide by Allyson Abbott. This is a really well put together, informative and extremely helpful guide on how to self-publish. It includes every step of the way from writing your book, to editing, then formatting, creating a cover, the publishing process, what software is available to help the process, as well as avenues for promoting your work.
This is a ‘one-stop-shop’ for everything you may need to know about the process. It includes helpful hints and insights garnered from the author's own journey of writing and publishing. There are resource tools and a plethora of website links to help you along every stage of the way. Ms. Abbott streamlines and simplifies what could otherwise be an intimidating/daunting process. This guide can be used for publishing eBooks as well as paperbacks. In this day and age, kindle, eBooks and social media can become quite powerful tools for authors, especially Indie Authors. So, Ms. Abbott also explains the benefit of networking with other authors, as well as how to build relationships using social media- to make friends, gain followers and promote your work.
I recommend this to any new author or writer who may not know where to begin; or an established author who may wish to explore their options; or anyone who may be curious about the whole writing/publishing process. You won’t be disappointed by this easy to understand, detailed and comprehensive look at the whole writing and publishing procedures.
Thank you, Ms. Abbott!
jennadb's review
5.0
How to Navigate the Path from Writing to Publishing: A 'Go To' Handbook for Indie Authors by Allyson Abbott is a how to guide for all budding Authors on how to self publish. Allyson has a winner on her hands with this book, as it gives you a step by step and comprehensive look on how to write, edit, format, right through to creating your perfect cover, the software you should use and how to publish and promote your baby.
Allyson has given us a unique look into her own world and tricks learnt from taking the plunge as an author. This book is like a writer's bible that will help you take that next step into becoming what you have always dreamed.
I say stop procrastinating and take a read of this book to make you dreams come true. Don’t know where to start? No problem. Don’t know who to contact? Allyson has you covered.
Allyson has given us a unique look into her own world and tricks learnt from taking the plunge as an author. This book is like a writer's bible that will help you take that next step into becoming what you have always dreamed.
I say stop procrastinating and take a read of this book to make you dreams come true. Don’t know where to start? No problem. Don’t know who to contact? Allyson has you covered.
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