Uploaded September 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video, I’m sharing the most common self-publishing mistakes that first-time authors make—and how to avoid them. Whether you're just starting your self-publishing journey or you’re almost ready to hit that “publish” button, these tips could save you time, money, and frustration.
Ready to dive deeper into self-publishing? Get my FREE Self-Publishing Q&A PDF packed with answers to the most frequently asked questions about self-publishing, from choosing the right platform to the key steps and everything in between.
Click here to download your FREE Self-Publishing Q&A PDF: https://write-one-publications-inc.ck.page/6d44f2198e
00:00 Introduction
00:15 Mistake #1: Rushing to Publish
00:28 Mistake #2: Skipping Professional Editing
00:54 Mistake #3: Poor Book Cover Design
01:25 Mistake #4: Underestimating Formatting
01:48 Mistake #5: Not Knowing Your Target Audience
02:15 Mistake #6: Pricing Your Book Too High or Too Low
02:35 Mistake #7: Neglecting Book Marketing
03:11 Mistake #8: Not Utilizing Keywords and Categories
03:38 Mistake #9: Ignoring Reviews
04:20 Conclusion
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☎️ WORK WITH ME: Apply for a free strategy session 👉🏾 howtowriteabookthatsells.com/writing-coach
Stefanie Newell is the go-to writing coach for the first-time writer looking for direction on writing, publishing, and marketing a non-fiction book. Her experience has paved the way for her to coach Hollywood film and television producer Madison Jones, Womeneur founder Sharon Beason, Grammy award-winning music producer S1, and hip hop artist, philanthropist, and politician Rhymefest!
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*🎁 RESOURCES FOR YOUR BOOK 🎁*
📄 FREE AUTHOR CHECKLIST 📄
Learn the step-by-step strategy for writing your first book! write-one-publications-inc.kit.com/ba784a7f1a
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*🔥 COACHING & SERVICES 🔥*
☎️ WORK WITH ME: Apply for a free strategy session 👉🏾 howtowriteabookthatsells.com/writing-coach
📑 DEVELOPMENTAL EDITING 👉🏾 howtowriteabookthatsells.com/developmental-editing
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*📚 BOOKS & TEMPLATES 📚*
HOW TO WRITE YOUR FIRST BOOK: howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/how-to-write-your-first-book?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=htwyfb_paperback&utm_content=all_videos
Also available on Amazon: amazon.com/How-Write-Your-First-Book/dp/1540593487?maas=maas_adg_538EB8E863E6B7E6A0C1B4E2E5C366FA_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas
WRITE THE DAMN BOOK: howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/write-the-damn-book?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=wtdb_paperback&utm_content=all_videos
THE AUTHOR’S JOURNAL: howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/the-authors-journal?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=authors_journal&utm_content=all_videos
MANUSCRIPT FORMAT AND OUTLINE TEMPLATES (GOOGLE DOCS AND WORD): howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/outline-format-templates?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=manuscript_template&utm_content=all_videos
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*CONNECT WITH ME*
WEBSITE: HowToWriteABookThatSells.com
INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thelifeofawriter
PERSONAL WEBSITE: stefanienewell.com
AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE: amazon.com/author/stefanienewell
MY FAVORITES (Amazon Shop): amazon.com/shop/thelifeofawriter
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howtowriteabookthatsells.com/contact
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In this video, I’m sharing the most common self-publishing mistakes that first-time authors make—and how to avoid them. Whether you're just starting your self-publishing journey or you’re almost ready to hit that “publish” button, these tips could save you time, money, and frustration.
Ready to dive deeper into self-publishing? Get my FREE Self-Publishing Q&A PDF packed with answers to the most frequently asked questions about self-publishing, from choosing the right platform to the key steps and everything in between.
Click here to download your FREE Self-Publishing Q&A PDF: https://write-one-publications-inc.ck.page/6d44f2198e
00:00 Introduction
00:15 Mistake #1: Rushing to Publish
00:28 Mistake #2: Skipping Professional Editing
00:54 Mistake #3: Poor Book Cover Design
01:25 Mistake #4: Underestimating Formatting
01:48 Mistake #5: Not Knowing Your Target Audience
02:15 Mistake #6: Pricing Your Book Too High or Too Low
02:35 Mistake #7: Neglecting Book Marketing
03:11 Mistake #8: Not Utilizing Keywords and Categories
03:38 Mistake #9: Ignoring Reviews
04:20 Conclusion
------------------------------
☎️ WORK WITH ME: Apply for a free strategy session 👉🏾 howtowriteabookthatsells.com/writing-coach
Stefanie Newell is the go-to writing coach for the first-time writer looking for direction on writing, publishing, and marketing a non-fiction book. Her experience has paved the way for her to coach Hollywood film and television producer Madison Jones, Womeneur founder Sharon Beason, Grammy award-winning music producer S1, and hip hop artist, philanthropist, and politician Rhymefest!
------------------------------
*🎁 RESOURCES FOR YOUR BOOK 🎁*
📄 FREE AUTHOR CHECKLIST 📄
Learn the step-by-step strategy for writing your first book! write-one-publications-inc.kit.com/ba784a7f1a
------------------------------
*🔥 COACHING & SERVICES 🔥*
☎️ WORK WITH ME: Apply for a free strategy session 👉🏾 howtowriteabookthatsells.com/writing-coach
📑 DEVELOPMENTAL EDITING 👉🏾 howtowriteabookthatsells.com/developmental-editing
------------------------------
*📚 BOOKS & TEMPLATES 📚*
HOW TO WRITE YOUR FIRST BOOK: howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/how-to-write-your-first-book?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=htwyfb_paperback&utm_content=all_videos
Also available on Amazon: amazon.com/How-Write-Your-First-Book/dp/1540593487?maas=maas_adg_538EB8E863E6B7E6A0C1B4E2E5C366FA_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas
WRITE THE DAMN BOOK: howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/write-the-damn-book?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=wtdb_paperback&utm_content=all_videos
THE AUTHOR’S JOURNAL: howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/the-authors-journal?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=authors_journal&utm_content=all_videos
MANUSCRIPT FORMAT AND OUTLINE TEMPLATES (GOOGLE DOCS AND WORD): howtowriteabook.samcart.com/products/outline-format-templates?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=manuscript_template&utm_content=all_videos
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*CONNECT WITH ME*
WEBSITE: HowToWriteABookThatSells.com
INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thelifeofawriter
PERSONAL WEBSITE: stefanienewell.com
AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE: amazon.com/author/stefanienewell
MY FAVORITES (Amazon Shop): amazon.com/shop/thelifeofawriter
------------------------------
FOR BUSINESS & BOOKING INQUIRIES (INCLUDING SPONSORSHIPS)
howtowriteabookthatsells.com/contact
SUBSCRIBE NEW VIDEOS EVERY WEDNESDAY @ 10AM EST!
