Erica’s Comments (group member since Jan 10, 2017)

Erica’s comments from the Navigating Indieworld Discussing All Things Indie group.

I am so sorry to hear about this Alex. I know that no matter what happens, you will find a way to keep writing and publishing. I hope things work out soon for you. Wishing you the best.

Carole wrote: "I did the hardcover with Book Baby- I had to buy 25 copies of the book each time I loaded a file. If I do another- I may move to Ingram."

Wow! Now $25 doesn't seem as high. I looked at Book Baby at one time and it just didn't appear to be a good fit for me.

Carole wrote: "Lulu-I wanted a hardcover. When I called them I specifically
told them my dimensions- they told me to just download the book. It didn't work and then no charge turned into 1000 dollars. I gave th..."

Thank you for keeping us posted. I have been doing a lot of research over the last couple days on Ingram. I would like to try a hardcover copy of Puppy's Bubble. They seem fairly similar to Createspace right now with setup (except for the $25 fee every time a new file is uploaded). Also trying to figure out royalties and cost.

Carole wrote: "I had a problem with them personally. The rep didn't know what he was talking about and ended up telling me I could do things I couldn't. They kept switching me around to different people who didn'..."

You had a problem with Ingram or Lulu?

Good luck with your goals Alex. My goals this week:

1. Work on storyline for book 5.
2. Continue promotion for the author giveaways from the party.
3. Prepare for book signing this weekend.

Congrats Alex!

Carole wrote: "I did the hardcover with Bookbaby- but it's so expensive, I can't see it selling at all. We are exploring switching to Ingram. I may move over a bunch and watch what happens."

Please keep us posted! I am debating trying the hardcover option with Ingram.

Theodore wrote: "Erica wrote: "Theodore wrote: "Erica....how much do you have to pay annually on each book for the returnable option? Alternatively, how does that work on Ingram?

Also, it's not clear to me from th..."

I agree. I have had printing issues in the past as well and Createspace has always been quick to rectify the situation at no additional cost to me. I do not plan to switch from Createspace at this time. Though the hardcover option with Ingram Spark is tempting.

Theodore wrote: "Erica....how much do you have to pay annually on each book for the returnable option? Alternatively, how does that work on Ingram?

Also, it's not clear to me from the above whether you now use IS ..."

I am currently with Createspace. I am just exploring my options incase I need to switch in the future.
I have been very happy with Createspace so far, I am just worried things might change with the new kdp print option.

C.L. wrote: "Hmm, I have my book available through Createspace AND Ingram Spark. I wonder if this has anything to do with the new KDP paperback? Even Createspace is emailing me and pushing me to try KDP paperba..."

Just curious...Trying to figure out a back up plan if Createspace does something weird...Why did you publish through two different platforms and do you have a different ISBN for each one?

My copy just uploaded today. :) I am excited to read it. Wishing you lots of luck!

Ruth wrote: "i have great news! I've just been informed that my little book has entered the NYT Bestseller List!!!!>

You made it on the list too Ruth!? lol. I pride myself on not falling for any April Fool's jokes the last few years. Thanks for breaking my streak. ;)

Ruth wrote: "i have great news! I've just been informed that my little book has entered the NYT Bestseller List!!!!

You made it on the list too Ruth!? lol. I pride myself on not falling for any April Fool's jokes the last few years. Thanks for breaking my streak. ;)




Ha ha gotcha! April FOOL!"

My review is up now too Alex.

Carole wrote: "I have all three of yours ready to read with my grandkids tomorrow."

I hope you and your grandkids enjoy them! :)

That's pretty cool. I picked up a copy of that book too. Can't wait to read it!

I get that they are trying to avoid fake and misleading reviews. Unfortunately, it prevents many legit reviews from displaying too...

Marie wrote: "I have a GRRR post about my recent Amazon ad campaign that will hopefully help someone from getting stuck in the same situation. I tried an ad campaign with them last year with unimpressive results..."

Sorry about your ad Marie...That is frustrating. Hopefully you got some visibility even though you didn't make a sale. They say it takes someone seeing a book 3 times before they buy.

I wonder if it because I reviewed the old edition on Amazon before? I have never had a review take this long before, but it did say up to 48 hours.

I wonder why mine hasn't shown up yet Alex...