Choosing the Right Publishing Platform
Chapter 6: Choosing the Right Publishing Platform Once your e-book is written, formatted, and edited , the next step is getting it published and into the hands of readers . But how do you choose the right publishing platform? In this chapter, we’ll cover: ✅ Self-publishing vs. traditional publishing – Which is right for you? ✅ The best self-publishing platforms (Amazon KDP, Gumroad, Apple Books, etc.) ✅ Understanding royalties and licensing to maximize profits 6.1 Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing Before choosing a platform, you need to decide whether you want to self-publish or go the traditional publishing route. 🔹 Self-Publishing (The Fast, Independent Option) Self-publishing means you control everything —writing, editing, design, pricing, and marketing. You also keep more of your profits. ✔️ Pros of Self-Publishing: Full creative control over your book Higher royalties (you keep up to 70% of sales) Faster publishing (your ...