Quilting on the Side
Co-hosts Tori and Andi explore quilt pattern design, course creation, digital marketing and the ups and downs of running an online quilt business so that you can make money from your favorite hobby. They share ways they have both grown a business while juggling family and other paying work responsibilities so that others can see how to manage a profitable, crafty side hustle.
Quilting on the Side
Behind the Scenes of Self-Publishing
In this episode, Andi and Tori share their journey through the world of self-publishing, focusing on the unique aspects of the quilting industry. They discuss what inspired them to write books, how they approached decisions like book length, and why they chose self-publishing over traditional publishing.
This candid conversation uncovers the benefits of print-on-demand services, must-know marketing strategies for self-published authors, and the lessons Tori learned while managing copy editing and keeping creative control over her work.
If you’re considering writing a book or are curious about the self-publishing process, this episode offers a wealth of insights to guide you, especially if you’re in a niche creative field like quilting.
Topics We Cover:
- The inspiration behind writing quilting books
- How to decide between self-publishing and traditional publishing
- Practical tips for setting the right book length
- The value of marketing and promotion in self-publishing
- The freedom and flexibility of print-on-demand
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Podcast Details:
Co-Hosts:
Tori McElwain @thequiltpatchbytori
Andi Stanfield @truebluequilts
Producer:
Devan Robinson @developingwithdevan
Keywords: self-publishing, quilting, book writing, creative process, print on demand, marketing strategies, author journey, quilting industry, book length, traditional publishing
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#QuiltingBooks #SelfPublishing #CreativeAuthors #QuiltingTips #PrintOnDemand
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