There are three main reasons authors wanting to self-publish have for not self-publishing.
Uncertainty or Lack of Conviction.
- You think:
- I can’t do it.
- No one will like or buy my book.
- Others are the authority on this subject area.
- Self-doubt: You can’t do this mindset.
- You should think:
- I have something to say.
- I am qualified to write this.
- If not me, who?
- I can do this.
Fear
- You think:
- What if I fail?
- What will others think?
- What if I do this wrong?
- I am going to look silly.
- You should think:
- If I touch one life, I have succeeded.
- Others will hold me in high esteem for sharing my story.
- My family and children will see I can do it.
- This will be a fun adventure.
Paralysis
- You think:
- What if I start and don’t finish the book?
- I don’t know how to do this.
- I don’t have the technical skills.
- It is too hard.
- You should think:
- I will have this finished by a certain date.
- I can learn to do anything.
- I know someone with or can learn the technical skills.
- Nothing is too hard
Reflect on how you can write and publish your book. Set a date to finish the first draft. Go for it!
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