The debate still rages on the viability of self-publishing through POD (print-on-demand) outfits. Some say authors who use these avenues instead of traditional publishing as a “stepping-stone” are in a state of denial. Others feel it is a perfectly legitimate option for those wanting more personal control over what happens to their book, and a certain level of success is possible with self-publishing.
I recently weighed in on the topic.
See Below:
http://davethenovelist.wordpress.com/2007/08/19/the-verdict-on-self-publishing-and-the-thief-maker/
Fascinating! I just read through both of your posts of self-publishing with great interest and empathy. I think I self-published at a better point in my career than you, thank God. But like you, I feel strongly that I will not do it again and bang my head a bit longer against the wall of traditional publishing. Thanks for your honesty. It helps so much to read some of my own thoughts, fears, doubts and triumphs laid down by someone else.
Thanks for reading my rants. I wrote them specifically for other writers, so I’m glad you could relate.
Say whatever you want about POD printing and publishing, but I contend that it is the wave of the future. I maintain that those who argue against it are experiencing a classical case of denial.