Btw Algorithms of Betrayal's kindle sample is borked on amazon.co.uk, the first 3 or 4 pages are missing and blank (Firefox). The sample in the kindle app works.
Thanks for checking and letting me know! I think it should be fixed now... there's usually some technical difficulties with samples before a book is actually released. But do let me know if this is still happening (I don't use Firefox).
Perhaps self publishing is the way to go? One can waste a lot of time dealing with agents, and your hard work IS your baby, and that baby needs looking after. Your work will never be the same when others have placed all their "energetic finger prints' all over it, not from an energetic point of view.
I have self published books, and from my perspective, I never expected any royalties because the books are about garnering help for humanity, and I like to think that since humanity are so dumbed down by mind control, the information had to be placed in the subconscious grids and reach them there.
However, odd this seems, I read your article with interest and with a sense of futility for authors like yourself.
Even my approach to publishing was eye opening. Initially, I tried to garner help from “Holistic" orientated publishers, thinking they would want to help. That side of things was quite sinister… No one even acknowledged my initial inquiries, which I thought was discourteous. And considering they purported to be aligned with mind, body, spirit, etc., it was a lesson for me to be more aware of the insincerity amongst the supposedly “spiritual” communities, including the publishers.
One agent kept calling me, even though I had asked for a break, because I was nursing a family member with terminal cancer. It is a 'gravy train' for the publishing companies.
It appeared to be a 'dog eat dog' industry and for a serious writer like yourself, I would say, perhaps ditch the time wasted on trying to 'publish' your books.
If they are good, which I certainly believe they will be, then perhaps consider the self publishing route, and spread the books that way.
I used FeedARead in the UK, initially. I submitted a PDF and Ebook copy and they ensured it went on all major sellers worldwide.
The only trouble is, if you need to edit the book, then it means paying another fee to resubmit each new edit.
Later, I was inwardly guided to place my work on Amazon and used AmazonKDP to upload it. That is so easy, even for me, as I was initially completely useless on the tech. I can submit a new edit quickly if I spot any error.
If I can get self-published and learn to format my own books, with no previous computer knowledge (I didn’t need a computer in my job and I missed start of the 'tech era', so I am an oldie, one finger typist), if I can teach myself, any budding author can.
Most APPS are so advanced, one really needs very little skill, as the APPs do it all for you. I would encourage any aspiring writer to take the plunge.
If they want to promote their book, the excellent tips placed in this post offer huge insight.
My books are not poor quality. I am proud of what I have achieved and I believe in what I am doing because my inner explorations offer advanced teachings to Holistic Teachers and those wanting to learn about frequencies and how energy can be misused on the planet and how that harms all life.
However, the subject matter is diverse and not many are looking for this type of information, which is a shame, as using Heart connection (which I teach) can bring in help and healing for the planet. I offer many insights about what is happening on Planet Earth and why things are happening and what we can do to help save the day.
I will never disclose my books here or elsewhere. If others find the book and decide to buy it, then, it was meant for them.
However, it doesn’t stop me from empathising with serious writers dealing with agents and publishers. It must be a nightmare. There is no control over one’s work.
I am glad that I am not reliant on any profit. I like having total say in what I publish and I let my heart guide me how to best help all. That is why I published in the first place. I had typed out information that had come through from my heart, and I was asked to leave it on my computer. Then, without any advanced warning I was inwardly guided to prepare a book format and self publish. I didn’t even know how to use Word, I was completely useless, let alone know how to self publish!! That was back in 2014, and things have moved on these days. So, my books are there as a 'data dump' of Truth, placed for the subconscious to hear, and, for me, it is not about royalties or profit.
But, to earn money as a serious writer, well, from my experience and from what I have read here, my conclusions are the same. even though I came at it from a different angle.
I recently signed up to Atticus. I had wondered if anyone had issues with them regarding the formatting of the books in the APP?
For some reason, and I have gone around in circles, their App does not format curly quotes in the titles, but does in the subtitles. Cannot do it in the first paragraph of each chapter but can elsewhere in the book.
Although the presentation of the book through styling looks far better than Word converted to PDF and EPub, this issue has me rankled. It cost a lot of money — $174.00 — and given that I make no profit from my books, and have pride in the way the information is presented, this issue really bugs me.
Has anyone had issues with Atticus, regarding the 'blips' in their formatting?
I have noticed other writers recommending other self publishing Apps due to these 'blips' which must be embedded in their coding, and it is annoying because I wanted the books to look professional. I don’t like straight quotes!
It was a great article.
Thank you for all you advice and perceptions.
I sincerely wish you well with your endeavours, and I hope that whatever decision you make, that it gives you control over your work and a say in things, because to have to compromise your integrity and try to fit your square peg into the round hole of the publishing industry, seems to create a restriction that will limit your joy.
Set yourself free, let your heart guide you, and perhaps if you listen, it will help you to place your books where they truly need to be!
Kindest Wishes, Claire
P.S. I am leaving this here, in case you wanted to tap into your inner gift of 'Creativity' and when at 'The Outer Waves' part of the recording, pause it to give you time, and inwardly ask your heart to help you and direct you where to publish your book to best help all (you get the best help for yourself too, and others benefit too).
Also when you publish, ask for all your work to be protected from all harm, because you have a unique energy signature, as we all do, and all work placed in the public domain stays nice and shiny when we ask our heart to keep it 'clear of all negativity'.
You can even ask for the best date to publish that best helps self and all life, and the time, and the book price. and you will be amazed how much advanced inner advice you get.
It places you back in the driving seat of your own destiny.
Sets you free from others having their 'power over' you.
The Outer Waves of Infinite Possibilities
Use your power of CREATIVITY to protect and serve all innocent life and protect those who are also trying to protect all innocent life.
Btw Algorithms of Betrayal's kindle sample is borked on amazon.co.uk, the first 3 or 4 pages are missing and blank (Firefox). The sample in the kindle app works.
Thanks for checking and letting me know! I think it should be fixed now... there's usually some technical difficulties with samples before a book is actually released. But do let me know if this is still happening (I don't use Firefox).
Perhaps self publishing is the way to go? One can waste a lot of time dealing with agents, and your hard work IS your baby, and that baby needs looking after. Your work will never be the same when others have placed all their "energetic finger prints' all over it, not from an energetic point of view.
I have self published books, and from my perspective, I never expected any royalties because the books are about garnering help for humanity, and I like to think that since humanity are so dumbed down by mind control, the information had to be placed in the subconscious grids and reach them there.
However, odd this seems, I read your article with interest and with a sense of futility for authors like yourself.
Even my approach to publishing was eye opening. Initially, I tried to garner help from “Holistic" orientated publishers, thinking they would want to help. That side of things was quite sinister… No one even acknowledged my initial inquiries, which I thought was discourteous. And considering they purported to be aligned with mind, body, spirit, etc., it was a lesson for me to be more aware of the insincerity amongst the supposedly “spiritual” communities, including the publishers.
One agent kept calling me, even though I had asked for a break, because I was nursing a family member with terminal cancer. It is a 'gravy train' for the publishing companies.
It appeared to be a 'dog eat dog' industry and for a serious writer like yourself, I would say, perhaps ditch the time wasted on trying to 'publish' your books.
If they are good, which I certainly believe they will be, then perhaps consider the self publishing route, and spread the books that way.
I used FeedARead in the UK, initially. I submitted a PDF and Ebook copy and they ensured it went on all major sellers worldwide.
The only trouble is, if you need to edit the book, then it means paying another fee to resubmit each new edit.
Later, I was inwardly guided to place my work on Amazon and used AmazonKDP to upload it. That is so easy, even for me, as I was initially completely useless on the tech. I can submit a new edit quickly if I spot any error.
If I can get self-published and learn to format my own books, with no previous computer knowledge (I didn’t need a computer in my job and I missed start of the 'tech era', so I am an oldie, one finger typist), if I can teach myself, any budding author can.
Most APPS are so advanced, one really needs very little skill, as the APPs do it all for you. I would encourage any aspiring writer to take the plunge.
If they want to promote their book, the excellent tips placed in this post offer huge insight.
My books are not poor quality. I am proud of what I have achieved and I believe in what I am doing because my inner explorations offer advanced teachings to Holistic Teachers and those wanting to learn about frequencies and how energy can be misused on the planet and how that harms all life.
However, the subject matter is diverse and not many are looking for this type of information, which is a shame, as using Heart connection (which I teach) can bring in help and healing for the planet. I offer many insights about what is happening on Planet Earth and why things are happening and what we can do to help save the day.
I will never disclose my books here or elsewhere. If others find the book and decide to buy it, then, it was meant for them.
However, it doesn’t stop me from empathising with serious writers dealing with agents and publishers. It must be a nightmare. There is no control over one’s work.
I am glad that I am not reliant on any profit. I like having total say in what I publish and I let my heart guide me how to best help all. That is why I published in the first place. I had typed out information that had come through from my heart, and I was asked to leave it on my computer. Then, without any advanced warning I was inwardly guided to prepare a book format and self publish. I didn’t even know how to use Word, I was completely useless, let alone know how to self publish!! That was back in 2014, and things have moved on these days. So, my books are there as a 'data dump' of Truth, placed for the subconscious to hear, and, for me, it is not about royalties or profit.
But, to earn money as a serious writer, well, from my experience and from what I have read here, my conclusions are the same. even though I came at it from a different angle.
I recently signed up to Atticus. I had wondered if anyone had issues with them regarding the formatting of the books in the APP?
For some reason, and I have gone around in circles, their App does not format curly quotes in the titles, but does in the subtitles. Cannot do it in the first paragraph of each chapter but can elsewhere in the book.
Although the presentation of the book through styling looks far better than Word converted to PDF and EPub, this issue has me rankled. It cost a lot of money — $174.00 — and given that I make no profit from my books, and have pride in the way the information is presented, this issue really bugs me.
Has anyone had issues with Atticus, regarding the 'blips' in their formatting?
I have noticed other writers recommending other self publishing Apps due to these 'blips' which must be embedded in their coding, and it is annoying because I wanted the books to look professional. I don’t like straight quotes!
It was a great article.
Thank you for all you advice and perceptions.
I sincerely wish you well with your endeavours, and I hope that whatever decision you make, that it gives you control over your work and a say in things, because to have to compromise your integrity and try to fit your square peg into the round hole of the publishing industry, seems to create a restriction that will limit your joy.
Set yourself free, let your heart guide you, and perhaps if you listen, it will help you to place your books where they truly need to be!
Kindest Wishes, Claire
P.S. I am leaving this here, in case you wanted to tap into your inner gift of 'Creativity' and when at 'The Outer Waves' part of the recording, pause it to give you time, and inwardly ask your heart to help you and direct you where to publish your book to best help all (you get the best help for yourself too, and others benefit too).
Also when you publish, ask for all your work to be protected from all harm, because you have a unique energy signature, as we all do, and all work placed in the public domain stays nice and shiny when we ask our heart to keep it 'clear of all negativity'.
You can even ask for the best date to publish that best helps self and all life, and the time, and the book price. and you will be amazed how much advanced inner advice you get.
It places you back in the driving seat of your own destiny.
Sets you free from others having their 'power over' you.
The Outer Waves of Infinite Possibilities
Use your power of CREATIVITY to protect and serve all innocent life and protect those who are also trying to protect all innocent life.
https://truelightessence.substack.com/p/the-outer-waves-of-infinite-possibilities-c2f