This Is Your Roadmap to Success!The Indie Author Guide takes you through every stage of the self-publishing process. With e-books, print on demand and the power of Web 2.0, you have the ability to publish your own high quality books and go indie—just as filmmakers and musicians have done. Get detailed instructions, complemented by screenshots, so you can get the most of cutting edge publishing options.April L. Hamilton, founder of Publetariat, an online news hub and community for indie authors, gives you insight to the latest technology and step-by-step advice for making the most of your self-publishing options.Inside you'll find everything you need to know to: organize your filescreate your brandexplore your self-publishing optionsformat your book for PODedit and revise you workdesign your own book coverpublish through a POD print service providerpublish in e-book formatsbuild an author platformpromote your worktransition from indie to mainstream publishingPlus, you'll get worksheets to help you plan and organize your book, your business, and your writing life, as well as an HTML primer so you can build your own website—even if you're not tech savvy.The Indie Author Guide gives you the skills and confidence you need to take full advantage of today's unique publishing opportunities and grow your readership yourself.