ABOUT THIS EPISODE
I spent $3,628 publishing my romance novel, A New Chapter by the Canal — but not every expense was necessary.
In this video, I break down exactly what I spent on editing, proofreading, cover design, formatting, audiobook production, special editions, and admin costs. I’ll also share what was worth paying for, what I’d DIY again, and where I think first-time indie authors can save money.
If you’re planning to self-publish your first book, I hope this helps you build a smarter publishing budget.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:22 What I published
02:42 Developmental editing
06:23 Copy editing
09:45 Proofreading
10:50 Cover design
13:50 Translations
16:50 Formatting
17:43 Audiobook
20:41 Print run
22:28 Admin
23:10 Total spend
24:47 What I’d spend money on again
26:46 Three budget examples
