It’s official!
| February 13, 2012 | Filled under Entering, My Book |
[dropcap]Y[/dropcap]es, it’s official. Let my very first book publishing venture begin! Exciting and scary a bit. Not scary actually, but it’s a kind of good challenge. Publishing a book has been on my to-do list for quite some time, but I’ve resisted writing a book in the past. Not only because I just hated the idea of working on a project for months without anyone seeing even a sneak peek, and without individual pattern releases I usually do monthly. But mainly, in order to put out a quality book, I wanted to learn as much as possible about everything related to writing and self-publishing patterns first. And with gained experience and a number of released patterns I feel ready for this new adventure. I love to challenge myself and discover new things. And one of the biggest challenges so far is to try to get enough thorough the knowledge of the publishing industry and produce the exact book I have in mind.
I decided to write about my publishing experience and share most interesting findings and tips here on my blog. Everyone is invited and very welcome to join! Please feel free to share your publishing experience, links to your published books, funny stories, your thoughts, or even ask the questions you may have. So, let’s go! Below are some info and answers on very first questions I guess you may have.
A knit or crochet book?
See picture above ;o) Well, probably I should start with “knit vs crochet” book, but with Judy, Aeysha, Sarah and all of you, my crochet buddies in mind, I decided to start with a book of crochet designs. The book is about creativity, imagination and inspiration. More details to come…
Why self-publishing
The decision to self publish wasn’t a hard one for me. I love learning and perfecting new skills, and I hope I have most of the skills needed to self-publish that I had gained over 3 years of releasing patterns. But to meet the level of skill required to put out even a quality single pattern, the important thing to remember is that you want it to look excellent (especially if self publish), and if you aren’t passionate in photography or aren’t good with layout, consider on collaborating with the professionals, who can do it flawlessly. Look at the cover, even if it’s just rough draft so far. This was one of our very first collaboration with incredibly talented photographer Alex Koloskov and retoucher Genia Larionova and their absolutely precious twins Sophia and Liliana.This photo was taken about a year ago, and still melt my heart every time I see it as well as many others taken by this amazing team and creative souls!
I also love the flexibility of self-publishing and being able to control what goes into the patterns.
And most important for me, is that I have an opportunity to work and produce the exact book I have in mind.
When to expect the book to be published?
I’m not a big fan of deadlines, don’t you? But I have pretty strong schedule and business plan, which is not only gives clear understanding of the steps you need to take to self publish a craft book, but also keeps you pretty organized.
I’ll keep you updated.
[quote author=”- Fern Reiss, Publishing Game: Publish book in 30 days”] If you want to create a business, first you need to create a business plan. Otherwise, you will never have more than hobby.[/quote]
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Congratulations Alla. I can’t wait!!!
YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I’m so excited for you Alla! I can’t wait!
Wow! That was an amazing experience. I hope your book published soon.
Congratulations! I know it will be a success! You have a lot of beautiful patterns that will make a wonderful book!!! Much success!!!
I got a question: When tha book is released would u autograph my book? :)
sure and with a huge pleasure, Sweetie :)
BTW, Teresa Dair has all books are individually numberd 1 to 2500 (https://www.dairing.com.au/dairing_store/product_info.php?products_id=166&osCsid=8q4j485rkqqlbdblodr43et862)
I like this idea so much!!! We definitely should do something like that for fun. Let me think ;)
Mine too… mine too X)
How exciting! I can’t wait to see it, I’m certain it will be full of gorgeous pictures and patterns.
Congratulations!
Gen
Congrats Alla!!
Thank you so much everyone for your kinds words and warm wishes!!!
Congratulations! I am very curious! Great!
Finally the wait is almost over… :D and i’m sure i have’nt seen a book so perfect as this one would be. Good luck
Congratulations Alla…what a great idea! :D
Congratulations, Alla!
Good luck!:)
Thank you Natasha!!
Congratulation Alla, can’t wait to see :)
Thank you so much Ecy!!
Where can I purchase this book from? You have lovely patterns.
FELICIDADES X SU LIBRO LE DESEO TODOS LO EXITOS, BENDICIONES
Hi Alla,
Is the book already out? where do I get it?
Alla,
I am so excited for you to publish your own book. I know I am on pins and needles (ok crochet hooks!) just waiting to find out when it will be out.
Good luck and I know it will turn out great,
Jill
Congratulations! I think it is a wonderful idea, as your patterns are beautiful! Count on me to buy your book(s).
:-)
I would like to purchase your book want to make the afghan sliverlace
y cuando estará el libro, estará a venta……..felicidades por el libro