{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"FINISHED WRITING MY BOOK\u2026 NOW WHAT?","description":"  SHOW NOTES In this episode of Your Book Is In There, host Inger Johnson discusses what happens after an author finishes writing a manuscript. Sharing her own journey with publishing Veiled Halos, she reflects on choosing the self-publishing path, navigating publishing services, and learning the importance of professional editing and cover design. The episode explores the many decisions involved in turning a manuscript into a published book and offers encouragement for aspiring authors who may feel overwhelmed by the publishing process. Talking Points \u2022 Finishing a manuscript often raises questions about what comes next. \u2022 Inger shares her journey into self-publishing. \u2022 Researching publishing options is essential for new authors. \u2022 Traditional and self-publishing each offer different advantages. \u2022 Publishing involves creating a quality book and helping readers find it. \u2022 Outside feedback can strengthen a manuscript before publication. \u2022 Developmental editing improves structure, pacing, and character development. \u2022 Copy editing and proofreading provide final refinements. \u2022 Professional editing was one of the host\u2019s most valuable investments. \u2022 Book covers play a major role in attracting readers. \u2022 Professional cover design combines creativity with marketing. \u2022 Authors can build their own publishing team through freelance professionals. \u2022 Publishing is a series of many small decisions, not one big choice. \u2022 The next episode will explore book distribution and marketing. \u2022 Authors should focus on taking the publishing journey one step at a time. ","author_name":"Lone Star Gridiron","author_url":"http:\/\/www.lonestargridiron.com","html":"