Independent Publishing Essentials

Thinking about independently publishing but not sure where to start?

This free starter guide walks you through the foundations, so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

👉 Download now and take your first step towards becoming a published author.

Your Beginner’s Roadmap to Independent Publishing Success

Download Independent Publishing Essentials and learn how to take your book from idea to publication.

Independent Publishing gives you greater creative control, faster timelines and authors retain all rights – but it also comes with a lot of decisions. This guide breaks down the process into clear, practical steps so you can understand what’s involved and what to focus on first.

Whether you’re writing fiction, non-fiction, or creating a book to grow your business, this guide will help you start with confidence.

In this download, you’ll discover:

  • How the independent publishing process works
  • How to refine your book idea and prepare your manuscript
  • The basics of editing, cover design and production
  • A simple overview of book marketing and author branding
  • How distribution platforms work and how to maximise visibility

It’s designed to give you a clear big-picture understanding – without overwhelming you.

Ann Dettori

A little bit about Dettori...

Hi, I’m Ann Dettori
Publishing Consultant and bestselling author of The Entrepreneurs' Guide to Self-Publishing.

In 2015, I founded Independent Ink which brings the unique stories of self-published authors to life. Every story matters, whether that be a non-fiction business book, a memoir, a kid’s book, or a fiction story. Independent Ink makes each manuscript look as professional as a traditionally published book.

Our approach at Dettori Publishing combines the trusted values of traditional publishing with today’s modern technologies, supporting you every step of the way to create a publication you can be genuinely proud of.

If you’d like to know more, reach out to us or if you’re ready to take the next step to publishing fill out our request a quote form.