Book Publishing In Trying Times

I have to admit, I've put the breaks on getting anything done in terms of book publishing. Somehow it just doesn't seem as important as paying the bills on time. The seems to happen a lot during trying times, we put off our dreams and aspirations so that our necessities can take precedence.

I'm all for that, but we still have to move forward with life. Deprivation isn't the solution. Book publishing after all can still be a money-making venture. If you work hard enough, and invest smart instead of investing a lot, then you could break-even or better yet, make a profit.

If writing is your passion then by all means write to your heart's content. The economy is bad enough as it is, we don't need suicides and human tragedy to add to that. Book publishing is now more affordable than ever if you decide to publish your work.

If you're looking into self-publishing, it can be done for free, provided you have some time and effort and skill to spare; it can also be paid if you'd like supported service from companies like Xlibris and Authorhouse. Just always think about the value for your money.

The key is to keep on writing.

Xlibris Labor Day Publishing Promotion - Get Published By Christmas And 2 For The Price Of 1

Xlibris celebrates Labor day by giving out a free publishing package for each manuscript you publish. A buy 1 take 1 promotion so to speak. They also have this nice incentive that allows you to complete the entire publishing process by Christmas. Their publishing packages include:

Advantage - Only $299
Streamlined and practical. Perfect for books with simple design requirements

Basic – $499, 2 for 1 or save $75
An economical service with multiple design options.

Professional – $899, 2 for 1 or save $135
Interior customization and graphics with hardback availability.

Custom – $1,599, 2 for 1 or save $240
Have total control over complex design and text formatting.

Premium – $2,999, 2 for 1 or save $450
A full-service package with an extensive marketing campaign.

Executive – $5,999, 2 for 1 or save $900
VIP service, full customization and up to 125 books.

Platinum – $12,999, 2 for 1 or save $1,950
An incomparable assortment of publishing, marketing, and editing services that will cater to your every need.

Xlibris Book Publishing Promotion - 2 for the price of 1

Xlibris, the only one left of the big 3 self publishing companies, still standing alone (or appears to be anyway) has an offer this month that allows authors to buy 2 publishing packages for the price of one. So to say that backwards would be that you pay for one publishing package but get two of them. Sounds like a lot to give out but who am I to complain?

Here are their Black & White and Full Color Publishing Packages:

Publish 2 Books for the Price of 1
Advantage	- $299 (special offer does not apply)
Basic	- $ 499
Professional	- $899
Custom	- $1,599
Premium	- $2,999
Executive	- $5,999
Platinum	- $12,999

* Please note that the second submission does not include books.

February Cash Discounts If you only have one book to publish, then take advantage of our February Dollar Discounts. Save up to $1,950 on the publishing package of your choice.

Advantage	- Streamlined and practical. Perfect for books with simple design requirements - $299 (special offer does not apply)
Basic	- An economical service with multiple design options – NOW $424, SAVE $75
Professional	- Interior customization and graphics with hardback availability – NOW $764, SAVE $135
Custom	- Have total control over complex design and text formatting – NOW $1,359, SAVE $240
Premium	- A full-service package with an extensive marketing campaign – NOW $2,549, SAVE $450
Executive	- VIP service, full customization and up to 125 books – NOW $5,099, SAVE $900
Platinum	- An incomparable assortment of publishing, marketing, and editing services that will cater to your every need - NOW $11,049, SAVE $1,950