The basics of self-publishing -- Self-publishing essentials: the dos and don'ts of publishing your book -- From manuscript to distribution: a self-publishing checklist -- The profile of a great self-publishing company -- The fine print of publishing contracts -- E-book publishing -- Marketing your book -- An apples-to-apples comparison of major self-publishing companies -- Conclusion

The Fine Print of Self-Publishing, now in its fifth edition, has been lauded by industry professionals as the go-to book for authors considering self-publishing. The Fine Print has helped thousands of authors understand self-publishing companies' services, contract terms, printing markups, and royalty calculations. This latest edition includes new chapters on e-book publishing and book marketing, as well as updated head-to-head comparisons of major self-publishing service providers, including free book-publishing companies to consider and self-publishing companies to avoid