How to design and publish your first ebook
Learn digital publishing for indie authors! Master affordable strategies for ebooks, print-on-demand, and online success. Get published without breaking the bank.
Course Content
How to design and publish your first ebook is a beginner-level Udemy course taught by Anthony Coe. It runs 8h 3m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. Learners rate it 4.3 out of 5 from 17 reviews, with 181 students enrolled. It is a paid course, first published February 2017.
Transform Your Manuscript into a Professional eBook: A Complete Guide for Beginners
This comprehensive course empowers you to take your finished manuscript and convert it into a fully validated ePub 3.0.1 digital publication, ready for global distribution. Designed for the absolute beginner, we'll guide you step-by-step through the entire process, from formatting to publishing.
What You'll Master:
- ePub vs. PDF: Understand the key differences between ePub and PDF formats and why ePub is the industry standard for digital books.
- Publishing Formats: Learn when to choose ePub, MOBI, or Kobo formats for your eBook.
- Essential Software: Discover the best legally free and open-source software and commercial tools for eBook creation.
- Legal Resources: Find reliable sources for legal photos, images, and videos to enhance your eBook.
- Document Preparation: Learn how to properly prepare your manuscript for eBook formatting.
- HTML5 & CSS3 Formatting: Format your eBook using HTML5 and CSS3 – no prior programming experience required!
- ISBNs & Library of Congress Numbers: Understand ISBNs, how to obtain one, and the difference between a standard ISBN and an e-ISBN. Also, learn how to obtain a Library of Congress Number and get listed with the British Book Depository.
- Pricing Strategies: Learn how to effectively set the pricing for your digital publication and why pricing is crucial for success.
- Copyright & Licensing: Protect your work! Gain a solid understanding of copyrights, how to license your publication, and safeguard your rights as an author and publisher.
- Professional Book Cover Design: Create a compelling professional book cover that attracts readers.
- Validation & Distribution: Validate your digital publication to meet industry standards and learn how to distribute your eBook worldwide.
- Distribution Channels: Choose the right distribution channel – whether you're an indie author or a publisher – to reach your target audience.
Course Highlights:
- Self-Paced Learning: This detailed, self-paced course allows you to learn at your own speed and master each skill set.
- Complete Control: Gain complete control over the outcome of your digital publication.
- Author & Publisher Rights: Learn how to protect your rights as an indie author and publisher.
By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to confidently publish your eBook and reach a global audience.
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