The Advantages of Self-Publishing

By The ORCAS Team

While nearly every author dreams of a plumb multiple book deal with a six figure advance, from a Big 5 publishing house, for 99.9% of authors this is a dream, not a reality. The exhaustive querying process just to find an agent is enough to turn some authors off altogether.

That's why more and more authors are seeing the advantages possible by striking out on their own and publishing their book themselves.

Overall, self-publishing empowers authors to take charge of their publishing journey, offering creative freedom, financial benefits, and opportunities for building a successful writing career. However, it's essential to approach self-publishing with careful planning, professionalism, and dedication to producing quality content that resonates with readers.

Once you have all the right pieces in place, you're on your way to embarking on your publishing journey. Oregon Coast Author Services specializes in helping self-publishing authors just like you enjoy all of the advantages that self-publishing offers including but not limited to:

Full Creative Control: Self-publishing gives you complete control over your book's content, design, pricing, and distribution. You make all the decisions, which can be empowering for many authors who want to maintain creative control over their work.

Reduced Publication Timeline: Traditional publishing can take a long time due to the submission process, editing, and production timelines. With self-publishing, you can release your book much more quickly, which is especially beneficial if your content is time-sensitive or if you're eager to get your work out to readers.

Keep 100% of Royalties: Traditional publishing typically offers authors lower royalties, often in the range of 10-25% of net sales, even in cases where an advance is not offered. In contrast, self-publishing platforms like Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) allow you to earn up to 70% royalty on eBook sales and up to 60% on print book sales, depending on factors like book price and distribution channels. Of course you still have to pay printing costs and platforms such as this take a cut of the profit for using their marketplace, but you're not left sharing the remainder with an agent or publisher.

Market Accessibility: Self-publishing platforms make it easy for self-publishing authors to reach a global audience. Your book can be available for purchase worldwide through online retailers like Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and many others reaching readers in various countries without the need for international distribution deals.

Greater Return on Investment: While self-publishing may involve upfront costs for editing, cover design, marketing, and other considerations, you retain the potential for higher earnings in the long run compared to traditional publishing.

No Rejection Letters: In traditional publishing, rejection is a common experience for many authors. Self-publishing eliminates the need to seek approval from literary agents or publishing houses, allowing you to bring your work directly to readers without facing rejection letters. Moreover, in most cases these rejection letters can take months to arrive, delaying your project needlessly.

In conclusion, self-publishing isn't just a publishing model—it's a revolution. It's a testament to the democratization of storytelling, giving voice to authors from all walks of life. Whether you're a seasoned wordsmith or a fledgling scribe, self-publishing offers a platform for your creativity to flourish. So, seize the reins of your literary destiny, and embark on the self-publishing journey. The world is waiting to hear your story—what are you waiting for?

Contact ORCAS today for everything you need to take your book from manuscript to best-seller!