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Q&A: “Why don’t you self-publish your books?”

These days, self-publishing is easy and affordable. In this episode, an aspiring author wonders about MY books: why do I still work with a traditional publisher??

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What It's About

Why does Chris Guillebeau work with a traditional publisher?

Notes from Chris

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Switching lanes to a more intellectual hustle, we have Sam on the line from Ohio. Sam's a behavioral psychologist with a wealth of knowledge about the power of habits. He's channeling this expertise into a book, aiming to help readers establish healthier routines. In doing so, he's begun to dip his toes into the self-publishing world.

Now, Sam's noticed that I've always chosen to publish my books traditionally, and he's curious about why that is. Well, Sam, this is a fantastic question that brings us to the heart of a very important decision every author must face. Let's discuss the two paths that Sam—as well as anyone who wants to write a book—has before them when looking to share their work with the world.

"Hello, my name is Sam and I'm been listening to the podcast ever since the beginning. As a behavioral psychologist, I've also spent years studying the power of habits in our daily lives. I've decided to channel this knowledge into writing a book aimed at helping people create healthier habits.

As I dig into the world of self-publishing, figuring out the ins and outs of this industry, it got me thinking about you and your series of successful books. I've noticed you've opted to go the traditional publishing route, and I'm curious to understand why you've made this choice. Specifically, why haven't you considered self-publishing your books? Understanding your rationale might help me make a more informed decision about my own work."

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