Is it okay to launch a self published book just as a form of publicity?
Sunday, February 27th, 2011 at
9:19 am
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I want to self-publish my poetry book but i am also aware that self published books are not recognized. so i was thinking of organizing a book launch to serve as an introduction of myself as an author and a publicity of the book.
What’s-his-name who wrote Eragon did. He self-published then marketed, marketed, marketed his book. Read his story before you try it, though; it’s a rough road and highly unlikely that it will help you, especially since poetry isn’t popular today.
EDIT: A better way would be to submit your poetry to magazines that publish poetry like yours. Get some publishing credits under your belt, then see about getting an agent.
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