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Saturday, January 13, 2007

Publishing Contracts and Lulu

I am busy trying to get out a book, eventually books, through Lulu.com
Does anybody know about this?I can't decide whether to use their ISBN number which is easier, or buy ten of my own which is cheaper.

Haven't yet worked out how to organise margins on books. Presume they then copy the format onto an ebook. But it all has to be camera ready and proof-read before you start.I suppose you just have to take it 'one step at a time'.

Then there's choosing a book title. I was up all night thinking up titles.

I am so near to going into print.I have ten books in print from way back but won't sign any new contracts because nowadays it's such a struggle to hold onto copyright as publishers want to grab all rights.

They also want you to sign an indemnity clause and I won't do that. If they are making all the money they should have insurance and take the financial risk. Not worth my while earning maybe £2000 or less and risking everything I own.

An agent said to me, 'It's not important - it's not likely you'll be sued.' I replied: 'In that case they can strike the clause out.'

At least I have my blogging friends. That is the joy of blogging here. I actually get to speak to readers and make friends.

Have you any experience of publishing or advice? A

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