7 Ways To Unlock The Potential Of Your Manuscript

I am an agricultural economist by profession, and during my undergraduate studies, we were required to plant various trees and crops as part of our coursework. I vividly recall one particular course where we were tasked with planting tree crops, with each department assigned different types. This was during my third year, or 300 level.

If I remember correctly, my department was assigned teak, and seeds were distributed for planting. When fully grown, a teak tree can reach up to 40 meters in height with a trunk diameter of 1.5 meters—an impressive tree by any measure. But at that moment, all of that potential was still locked inside the tiny seed. Until it was planted and began to grow, you couldn’t call it a teak tree—it was just a seed, still in its raw state. Only after it had been sown and germinated would it truly become a teak tree.

In much the same way, your manuscript holds the potential to become a bestseller, change lives, and even serve as a source of passive income. But that potential remains dormant until you publish it. To turn your manuscript into a book, you’ll need the support of a publishing company like TEBEBA. Are you ready to unlock your manuscript’s full potential? Read on to learn how.

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• Review the manuscript: Think about the last time you bought fabric and took it to a tailor to be transformed into the style you wanted. Your manuscript is much the same. After writing, it’s still in its raw form—unpolished and not yet ready for your audience. The first step after finishing your draft is to self-edit. It’s a good idea to put some distance between yourself and your manuscript before you begin editing. After spending so much time writing it, you’re likely too familiar with the content to spot errors easily. Taking a break allows you to return to your work with fresh eyes. Depending on your schedule, you might want to step away for anywhere from a week to three months before diving back in.

• Choose a publishing method: When it comes to publishing your book, you have two main options—traditional publishing or self-publishing. Traditional publishing means going through an established publishing house, like Penguin Random House, for example. With this route, the publisher has more control over the financial aspects and often dictates the creative direction of your work. Self-publishing, on the other hand, allows you to publish without the involvement of traditional publishers. This gives you more creative and financial control, but it also means you’ll be responsible for covering the costs of the publishing process. If you choose to self-publish, you don’t have to go it alone. You can hire self-publishing companies like TEBEBA to guide you through the process and handle the details.

• Hire a professional editor and designer: Even after you’ve self-edited your manuscript, it’s still not ready for publication. You need to bring in a professional editor. A good editor will review your manuscript to ensure it’s clear, readable, coherent, and well-structured. A good cover design and layout will draw your readers in and keep them engaged. This step is especially crucial if you’re self-publishing, as traditional publishers typically include editing, cover design, and formatting services in their publishing packages. By hiring a professional, you’ll make sure your book is polished and ready for your readers.

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• Create a marketing plan: Decide how you want to promote your book. This could include book tours, social media campaigns, launch events, and paid advertising. To further boost visibility, make the most of book reviews and actively engage with your readers. Respond to their questions and encourage them to spread the word about your book. Word of mouth is a powerful marketing tool, so be sure to leverage it as much as possible.

• Publish and distribute: Decide whether you want to publish your book in print, as an ebook, or both. Ebooks offer wider availability, while print-on-demand technology lets you print copies as needed, sparing you the cost of a full print run upfront. You can also use online distribution platforms like Amazon to reach a larger audience easily.

• Continue promoting post-launch: Your book marketing doesn’t stop after publishing—it’s the perfect time to ramp up your efforts and keep your book visible to your target audience. Attend events, collaborate with other authors, and seek opportunities for interviews or guest blogging to maintain momentum.

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Your manuscript has the potential to propel you to success as an author, and it all begins with getting published.

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