Self-Publishing Versus Traditional: A Discussion with Award-Winning Author Michael Phillip Cash
Self-publishing versus traditional. It’s a question every writer faces at some point or another. For me personally, I’ve never even bothered submitting a manuscript to a traditional publishing house. First off, I’ve heard horror stories. Just with marketing, after your book comes out and it’s marketed as best as they can, they no longer market it any further. My book Stillwell is out four years already, and it’s still a best seller on Amazon, all because my team continues to market it to different audiences.
I am a huge believer in the self-publishing model. Yes, could traditional houses get you into Costco and Wal-Mart…the answer is yes. However, a friend of mine from high school was published through Simon and Schuster. His book came out 10 years ago and he has 30 reviews on Amazon. My book Witches Protection Program has 160 reviews, and it’s been out for 4 months.
If you are just starting out, I say self-publish. You have control over your work. Hire a good marketing team, a social networking guru and a publicist. Concentrate on writing excellent stories and have your team market the hell out your brand. Also, get familiar with the differences between traditional and self-publishing. Read A.P.E. – Author, Publisher, Entrepreneur. It’s the bible for Self-Publishing that I live by.
About the Book
Monsterland
Written by Michael Phillip Cash Welcome to Monsterland – the scariest place on Earth. All guests can interact with real vampires in Vampire Village, be chased by an actual werewolf on the River Run, and walk among the dead in Zombieville. Wyatt Baldwin, a high school student and life-long movie buff is staring bleakly at a future of flipping burgers. Due to a fortuitous circumstance, Wyatt and his friends are invited to the star-studded opening of Monsterland. In a theme park full of real vampires, werewolves and zombies, what could possibly go wrong?
“Monsterland contains solid ingredients for a horror feast: stupid teens, smart teens, a little challenged romance, family dynamics, action, blood and gore. Will civilization ever be normal again? You’ll have to read it to find out. We dare you!”—The Children’s Book Review
Ages 14+ | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform | 2015 | 978-1517180676
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About Michael Phillip Cash
Michael Phillip Cash is an award-winning screenwriter and novelist. He’s written eleven books including the best-selling Brood X, Stillwell, The Flip, The After House, The Hanging Tree, Witches Protection Program, Pokergeist, and Battle for Darracia series. Michael resides on the North Shore of Long Island. He writes full-time with his screaming monsters in the background. Website | Facebook | Twitter
Monsterland Tour Giveaway
Would you rather be a werewolf, a zombie or a vampire? Enter to win an autographed copy of Monsterland, by Michael Phillip Cash; plus a living dead themed travel mug and a $50 Amazon gift card!
Giveaway begins November 14, 2015, at 12:01 A.M. PST and ends December 16, 2015, at 11:59 P.M. PST. US addresses only.
Monsterland Tour Dates
Thursday November 12 2015
The Children’s Book Review
Tour Kick-Off & Giveaway
Tuesday November 17 2015
The Review Wire
Book Excerpt from Monsterland
Tuesday November 24 2015
SciFiChick.com
Guest Post written by Michael Phillip Cash
Tuesday November 17 2015
Suz Reviews
Author Interview with Michael Phillip Cash
Sunday November 29 2015
The Cover Contessa
Guest Post written by Michael Phillip Cash
Tuesday December 1 2015
DCC Mealy
Author Interview with Michael Phillip Cash
Wednesday December 2 2015
Once Upon a Twilight
Book Excerpt from Monsterland
Saturday December 5 2015
The Fairview Review
Monsterland Book Review
Tuesday December 8 2015
Just Another Mom
Monsterland Book Review
Monday December 14 2015
Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers
Monsterland Book Review
Tuesday December 15 2015
Inspired by Savannah
Author Interview with Michael Phillip Cash
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