9 CRITICAL STEPS FOR SUCCESSFUL SELF-PUBLISHING: GET IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME, teaches independent authors the steps they need to take to improve their chances of success and avoid typical first-time- author mistakes. The lessons are based on what the author learned "the hard way" by discovering what she should have done before publishing her first book -- advice she has shared with other independent authors.

Among the tips and references included in the book are:
How to conduct keyword research to determine the best title for you book;
Resources to contact for book reviews:
How to get the word out;
Features that must be in place before you publish; and
Elements and costs of independent publishing.

The book is filled with permalinks to valuable reference resources and includes a marketing planning worksheet (available as a PDF free from the author for confirmed buyers of the book).

The best time to read this book is while you're still writing your book!