Wolfs on Books
Self-publishing inspiration and information for indie authors. From editing to marketing, we cover everything you need to self-publish your book.
Self-publishing inspiration and information for indie authors. From editing to marketing, we cover everything you need to self-publish your book.
Wolfs on Books
At some point, every writer hears this question in their head: “Am I ready to share this with the world?”
That moment, when you answer, “Yes, my work deserves to live beyond my computer screen or journal—is what I call “The Call to Publish.”
And for a lot of first-time authors, publishing your book is not just something that needs to be done, but also an identity shift where you may be thinking:
“I wrote something” becomes “I’m writing a book.”
“I have a draft” becomes “I’m an author.”
And, of course, this thinking can also stir up the gremlins:
“What if no one cares? What if I’m not good enough? What if I get bad reviews?”
If you’re thinking these things, you’re being perfectly normal. Recognizing that resistance as part of the process (not a sign to quit) is what keeps you moving.
This is Chapter 1 of my new series, "The Indie Author’s Journey." wolfdesignandmarketing.com/the-indie-authors-journ…
Question for you: “What part of publishing feels heaviest right now? Is it the practical steps or the inner doubt?”
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