I've finished the best seller for 2012 and am eager to get it out there... Can any one let me know if there are ANY honest (!)/reputable self publshers out there, as when I think I've found a good one - and then do an online search for independent reviews - I've had to take off my ball gown & restart my "Best Seller Book of the Year" acceptance speech ...! Seriously though, I'd be grateful for any/all advice. Do bookstores really deal with self-published authors? How do I source a reputable agent? Advance thanks for advice/ comments/ suggestions. Shalisa
Hi Shalia,
The Writers and Artists Handbook 2012 has some very good articles on self publishing, ebooks and setting up your own website. You should be able to look at a copy in your library rather than buying the whole book. It doesn't have listings for self publishing firms though. You will have to do an internet search for this.
Another book that you might find useful is 'Self Publishing for Dummies' by Jason R. Rich.
I know there are other people on the site who have self published and created ebooks, so I'm sure that they'll be able to provide you with more detailed advice. I hope that this helps to start you in the right direction.
Best of luck with your acceptance speech!
Tony