How can I self-publish my book?

Many reputuable, valuable, well-written books were self-published. If this is the best choice for you, I recommend the following vendors:

1) Layout and ISBN number: Jim Weems at AdGraphics:800-368-6196

2) Cover design: Terry Dale, Graphic Artist (formerly with the Washington Post): 407-898-1930

3) Printing: Melody Morris, Central Plains Book Manufacturing: 877-278-2726

4) Warehouse for storage and fulfillment: QP Distribution: 888-281-5170

Self-publication requires communication and coordination between various vendors, including the author. These people have all worked together before, and know how to coordinate services, which saves you time and money, and prevents mistakes. They are all considerate, responsive, and highly skilled. The best first contact with each of them is via phone.

There are, of course, many other choices for self-publishing.

For many more resources about self-publishing, see Dan Poynter's ParaPublishing.com

See also profiles of Mariah in which she talks about her writing, Q and A's with Mariah, and dozens of Mariah's articles

Get info about and read sample chapters from Mariah's books

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Good luck with your project! And if you do use these vendors, please tell them I sent you.