• Formulate an idea.
• Develop an Outline.
• Storyboard is created to organize content.
• Manuscript is completed. 

STEP II

• Manuscript enters editorial phase.
• This is a good time to ask family and friends to proofread the manuscript and identify errors. 

STEP III

• Manuscript enters Interior Design and Formatting phase.
• While manuscript is being formatted, a Custom Cover is created.
  • Manuscript is converted from the InDesign working file to a print-ready PDF. 
  • Cover file is converted to a print-ready PDF. 
• Files are submitted for proof. 
• Proof provided:
  • Actual copy of the finished book
• Author reviews the proof for errors or changes and approves for final publication.

STEP IV

• Wholesale distribution is set up:
  • Ingram Book Distributors
  • Baker and Taylor Book Distributors
• Author writes press release and book query.
• Marketing materials are designed and created.

STEP V 

• Manuscript is professionally converted into eBOOK format:
  • PRC for KINDLE™
  • ePUB for NOOK™ and iBOOK™
• Website is designed and created. Website URL is secured along with author email account.
• Author sets up social media sites.
• Author or Publisher submits eBOOK files:
  • Amazon
  • Barnes & Noble
  • Apple iTunes

STEP VI

• Author formulates and implements marketing plan.
• Author contacts local media sources:
  • Radio and television
  • Local stores
  • Writing and special interest groups
  • Reach out to genre specific organizations