Comments on: Two Truths And A Lie: What I’ve Learned Going From Small Press To A Big Publisher

By: Nicole

Nicole — Fri, 28 Dec 2018 17:27:48 +0000

In reply to Kathy Andrew. Hi Kathy - Thanks for your nice note. Yes, my first novel was through SparkPress and my next two are with Lake Union Publishing. SparkPress is a great option and they have a publicity arm as well. I love the small presses because you keep so much control over your work. They also offer that boutique feel. I recommend investigating a handful of ones that interest you and querying them if you like what you see. Of course, getting an agent and a contract at a larger publisher is great too. That wonderful thing is that there are options! Best of luck!

By: Kathy Andrew

Kathy Andrew — Thu, 27 Dec 2018 22:45:32 +0000

Thanks for this great post Nicole. It’s great to hear about your experience. It seems that your first novel is through Spark Press? Is that correct, as that seems to be a hybrid press? I’m considering small publishers myself at the moment. it was particularly interesting that you ended up doing the same amount of the work when it came to marketing! Really valuable info all the way through.Thanks again and congratulations on getting the two book deal. A real coup for sure!

By: Densie Webb

Densie Webb — Thu, 27 Dec 2018 19:31:13 +0000

Audrey,

I missed this the first time around. Something to ponder. I’ve had 2 books published with 2 different small publishers and my experience has been good. in my heart, I know what you say is true, but I still have the dream of an agent and a big publisher. Congratulations on your book deal!

By: Nicole Meier

Nicole Meier — Sat, 10 Nov 2018 19:33:04 +0000

In reply to Jessica McCann.

Thanks, Jessica. Yes, so true. No matter the path it all requires work. I hope you’re having great success with your books!
best,
nicole

By: Jessica McCann

Jessica McCann — Sat, 10 Nov 2018 16:41:13 +0000

Great article, Nicole. I had a similar experience going from a small traditional press with my debut novel to self-publishing my second. Through the journey, like you, I’ve learned it takes a lot of work regardless of the path and in the end the most gratifying part is creating a story that readers connect with.

By: Nicole Meier

Nicole Meier — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 14:06:13 +0000

In reply to Audrey Keown. Hi Audrey - So glad it was helpful. Thanks so much for the kind words!

By: Audrey Keown

Audrey Keown — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 12:28:33 +0000

Nicole, this is helpful. Thanks for sharing your insights from both sides of the fence. And congrats on a gorgeous cover for your upcoming book!