Make a Living as a Professional Self-Published Author: Laying the Foundation

• ► Client: Richard Lowe (The Writing King)
• ► Project: "Make a Living as a Professional Self-Published Author: Laying the Foundation"
• ► Duration: 2 months
• ► Result: 4.7/5 stars with 8 reviews; practical guide to building a six-figure writing career
• ► Use Case: Teaching aspiring authors how to write, publish, and market their books successfully
• ► Book: Make a Living as a Self-Published Author
• ► Location: Florida

As a self-published author with over 60 books published, I know firsthand the struggles and frustrations of trying to build a profitable writing career. Early on, despite creating high-quality content, I faced the challenge of poor sales and lack of visibility. This led me to focus on understanding the business side of publishing and marketing.

I wanted to create a step-by-step guide for aspiring authors who are struggling to get their books noticed, helping them find their way through the self-publishing world with more success.

“Make a Living as a Professional Self-Published Author” is the culmination of my path from struggling with poor sales to building a six-figure writing career. Through research, trial and error, and learning from industry experts, I developed a set of strategies that transformed my publishing efforts.

This book focuses on the key steps authors need to take:

• Researching profitable topics
• Writing for the reader
• Choosing the right publishing platforms
• Marketing strategies to build an audience
• Building a network of loyal fans

I also share my personal experiences and mistakes to ensure readers don’t repeat the same errors.

The book continues to inspire and guide self-published authors. It’s an ongoing reference for people looking to build their writing careers while avoiding common mistakes in the industry. Beyond that, the success of the book helped me further solidify my position as a ghostwriter and writing consultant.

• ► Book Recognition: Real-World Results: I shared real-world strategies I used to go from a "publish and pray" approach to building a successful, sustainable career.
• ► Reader Feedback: Positive reviews confirm that the book's practical advice has helped readers write, publish, and sell books more effectively.

The reviews emphasize how “Make a Living as a Professional Self-Published Author” provides practical, step-by-step guidance for aspiring authors.

Readers appreciate the no-nonsense advice, the realistic expectations, and how the book helps clarify the self-publishing process. The insights on research, writing, and publishing are especially valuable, with many readers calling the book a must-read for anyone serious about self-publishing. The book’s practical tips also make it a useful resource for writers looking to build a sustainable writing career.

The author’s real-world experience lands strongly with readers, and the book is highly recommended for anyone looking to break into the self-publishing industry.