How to Make Money Publishing from Home, Revised 2nd Edition: Everything You Need to Know to Successfully Publish Books, Newsletters, Web Sites, Greeti

By Lisa Shaw

Have you every dreamed of being your own boss and a published author? Today, people just like you are living the life they want by operating successful publishing enterprises out of their apartments or homes. The range of opportunities is as broad as your own imagination-from books and magazines to newsletters on the Web or your own line of greeting cards. With improvements in computer technology and the recent explosion of the Internet, it's easier than ever to succeed! Inside this revised edition, an experienced home-based publisher reveals the crucial trade secrets you need to launch a successful and lucrative publishing business from the comfort of your own home. Inside, you will learn how to: Identify and sell to promising markets Select the kind of publication that's right for you Choose the best equipment for your home Manage your business for maximum profit Create an accounting system to track expenses Write a successful business plan And much, much more! "One of the very best publishing guides." -Patricia J. Bell, author of The Prepublishing Handbook: What You Should Know Before You Publish Your First Book

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0761521690
• ISBN13: 9780761521693
• Release Date: March 2000
• Publisher: Prima Lifestyles
• Length: 186 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.5" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Great range of possibilities

Lisa Shaw explores lots of ways to develop information products, no matter where your starting point. She's been out there way before many other authors who have since jumped on the self-publishing bandwagon.

An Absolute Must for Anyone Opening a Home-Based Publishing

Have you ever dreamed of starting your own home-based publishing business? Have you been hesitant to put your plans into action? This book contains all the necessary ideas and strategies you will need to successfully launch and grow your business. Lisa Shaw, a home-based publisher, reveals to her readers everything they need to know to successfully start and run a home-based publishing business. I have read and re-read the book so many times, the cover has gotten frayed. The genius of the book is that it is based in sound business practices and could theoretically be applied to any business. Whether you want to earn your living creating newsletters and brochures, zines and postcards with this excellent book at your side you can experience the satisfaction of building your own home-based publishing business.

A Business Bible for "Old Dog" & "New Puppy" Entrepreneurs!

Publishing is part of the daily routine at my 13-year-old, home-based marketing and public relations firm. So, I was wondering what innovative things Lisa Shaw would be able to teach me in her book HOW TO MAKE MONEY PUBLISHING FROM HOME. Well, trust me--this "old dog" learned PLENTY of new tricks! Of course, there was the usual, basic stuff: reasons to begin a home-based business, financial assessments, skills needed and exactly what to expect from your new venture. But then I learned about: new niches I could fill within my company; some areas of publishing I'd NEVER want to try based on Ms. Shaw's descriptions (which saved me time); and Zines ... never had heard of them! There were a few things I wish the author HAD included, and perhaps they can be in a revised edition: a) contract examples for independent contractors, b) confidentiality statements for use with clients and c) since the book is about publishing, more updated information on copyright laws. Her Resource List included many of the titles I have relied on over the years, and which should be "must reads" for budding entrepreneurs. And, I'd like to add two titles to her list: 1)GETTING BUSINESS TO COME TO YOU by Paul & Sarah Edwards and Laura Clampitt Douglas and 2) 101 HOME OFFICE SUCCESS SECRETS by Lisa Kanarek. It was apparent in the content of Ms. Shaw's book that she had "been there" and obviously "done that" (publishing from home) extremely well! Warning: Running a home-based business isn't for sissies! Do you homework and research BEFORE you begin to save you a lot of heartache later. And, oh yeah, GOOD LUCK!