The Self-Publishing Checklist Every Aspiring Author Needs Before They Hit Publish

You've written the book. The truth is, for many aspiring authors, the moments between finishing a manuscript and actually publishing it are filled with confusion, second-guessing, and costly mistakes that could have been avoided with the right checklist.

Why Most Self-Published Books Struggle at Launch

The self-publishing market has never been more accessible, but that also means it has never been more competitive. A polished, professionally prepared book stands out. One that was rushed through the process without a checklist gets buried.

The Pre-Publishing Checklist

1. Professional editing, at minimum a proofread, ideally a developmental and copy edit

2. A professional cover design that matches your genre's conventions

3. Interior formatting for both print and digital

4. ISBN registration and copyright page setup

5. A compelling book description written with keywords in mind

6. Your distribution platform selected and account set up

7. A launch plan in place before the book goes live

At Simone House, we walk authors through every one of these steps so nothing gets missed. Book a free discovery call and let's get your book published the right way.