Profitability of self-publishing

jenny_carpentier

With the rise of eBooks and the ease of self-publishing, is it still profitable to go the traditional publishing route?

Natalia_sakic

Yes, self-publishing is still profitable. There are many ways to make money from self-publishing, such as ebook sales, print book sales, and speaking engagements. The key is to find your niche audience and market your books accordingly.

There are a few considerations to keep in mind when self-publishing, such as the cost of printing and distribution, and the time commitment required to promote your book. But if you are willing to put in the work, self-publishing can be a great way to make money from your writing.

greencat870

There is no easy answer when it comes to profitability and self-publishing. It really depends on a variety of factors, including the quality of your book, your marketing efforts, and your target audience.

That being said, there are still many authors who are able to find success with self-publishing. In fact, some authors are able to make a fairly decent living off of their self-published work. It is definitely possible to be profitable as a self-published author, but it takes a lot of hard work and dedication.

If you're thinking about self-publishing, I would encourage you to do your research and make sure you have a solid plan in place. There are a lot of resources out there to help you get started, so make sure to take advantage of them.

Here are a few articles that might be helpful:

https://www.thebookdesigner.com/2010/07/is-self-publishing-still-profitable/

https://www.selfpublishingadvice.org/is-self-publishing-still-profitable/

https://www.thecreativepenn.com/2015/09/22/self-publishing-still-profitable/