“There’s no place like home… there’s no place like home…” I thought, as I signed up for April Cox’s Self-Publishing Made Simple course. I had been writing, editing, and revising children’s short stories for over twenty years, but felt lost in the overwhelming world of publishing. I had heard countless discouraging stories about the pitfalls of the publishing industry. In this journey, April Cox took on the role of Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz. I followed the yellow brick road through Zoom classes, which included both video sessions and workbook activities. Along the way, I learned valuable lessons from the Lion, who sought courage; the Tin Woodman, who yearned for a heart; and the Scarecrow, who craved a brain. I realized that self-publishing was achievable, giving me the knowledge I needed. I received professional editing from Bobbie Hinman and had my illustrations and stories beautifully designed by Praise Saflor. Although I had the passion to publish, I initially felt I lacked the courage to do so. Thankfully, Toto, represented by Denise Walnoffer, supported me throughout the process. With her help, I successfully launched three books on Amazon.The journey down the yellow brick road was challenging and time-consuming, and my learning curve was steep. I managed tasks such as obtaining ISBNs, copyrighting, designing with Canva, navigating KDP, and creating newsletters, among many others. My investment in April Cox’s Self-Publishing Made Simple course not only helped me realize my dream of publishing but also filled my heart with joy, knowing that there truly is “no place like home” in the world of self-publishing.
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