Wednesday, May 18, 2011
So here's the plan
I just want to keep people up to date on my plans. Things have changed a little bit, and as I am still trying the route of self-publishing, I want to offer more ways to get my story into the hands of readers.
What does this mean, you ask?
Well, first off, I am working on getting the first chapter on this very blog to allow readers a free introduction to the story. I am hoping to have it all up and available within the next couple of days. I have actually stopped all work on the manga to get this all sorted out.
Second, I am planning on offering the manga on digital devices. I am currently researching different options and techniques. I have found one that, though I like it, I feel would be to much hassle for potential readers to want to go through, just for a comic they could easily find an alternative with less effort. (That was a mouthfull, so take a quick break....ready).
The other option is to submit it through to Ebook readers or distributors, which I find an excellent option, however, they seem to have a few cons along with their pros. So, more research is needed before I decide on anything.
This feels like a crucial point on the more business side of creating and self-publishing, and I just want to make sure that whatever I do, I am going to be satisfied that first off, the readers have quick and easy access to the story, with great quality and readability. Second, I want to ensure that I have chosen an option that allows me to quickly get the content out there. It takes long enough as it is right now to create the book, non-the-less taking the time to get it into your hands as the readers. You guys are who I aim to impress and keep entertained, and that is why I am trying to choose wisely.
Again, the first chapter will be up and available on this blog very soon, you will be able to read it for free, and it will have a link if you wish to purchase a physical copy. The second chapter will have the first couple pages posted when the entire chapter is finished (currently in the process of toning the last 10 pages).
The books will still be offered in print, but I will also be offering digital downloads of them (for a cheaper price than the print versions).
Thanks for reading all of this if you did, I am very open to your feedback on this matter, so please feel free to discuss and comment below (just click the comment), also, if you want to stay up to date on the goings-on then follow this blog, twitter, become a fan on facebook, and as always, help spread the word, it is all appreciated, Thanks guys.
What does this mean, you ask?
Well, first off, I am working on getting the first chapter on this very blog to allow readers a free introduction to the story. I am hoping to have it all up and available within the next couple of days. I have actually stopped all work on the manga to get this all sorted out.
Second, I am planning on offering the manga on digital devices. I am currently researching different options and techniques. I have found one that, though I like it, I feel would be to much hassle for potential readers to want to go through, just for a comic they could easily find an alternative with less effort. (That was a mouthfull, so take a quick break....ready).
The other option is to submit it through to Ebook readers or distributors, which I find an excellent option, however, they seem to have a few cons along with their pros. So, more research is needed before I decide on anything.
This feels like a crucial point on the more business side of creating and self-publishing, and I just want to make sure that whatever I do, I am going to be satisfied that first off, the readers have quick and easy access to the story, with great quality and readability. Second, I want to ensure that I have chosen an option that allows me to quickly get the content out there. It takes long enough as it is right now to create the book, non-the-less taking the time to get it into your hands as the readers. You guys are who I aim to impress and keep entertained, and that is why I am trying to choose wisely.
Again, the first chapter will be up and available on this blog very soon, you will be able to read it for free, and it will have a link if you wish to purchase a physical copy. The second chapter will have the first couple pages posted when the entire chapter is finished (currently in the process of toning the last 10 pages).
The books will still be offered in print, but I will also be offering digital downloads of them (for a cheaper price than the print versions).
Thanks for reading all of this if you did, I am very open to your feedback on this matter, so please feel free to discuss and comment below (just click the comment), also, if you want to stay up to date on the goings-on then follow this blog, twitter, become a fan on facebook, and as always, help spread the word, it is all appreciated, Thanks guys.
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