The Self-Publishing Checklist Every Author Needs in 2026

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Chapters:
Intro: 00:00
Step One: Know Your Goal - 3:13
Step Two: Write A Great Book - 4:47
Step Three: Hire An Editor - 6:32
Step Four: Create Your Strategy - 10:07
Step Five: Build Brand Awareness - 12:34
Step Six: Create An Eye-Catching Book Cover - 14:51
Step Seven: Set Up Your Business Structure - 18:11
Step Eight: Sign Up For Publishing Accounts - 20:41
Step Nine: Make All Metadata Decisions - 23:25
Step Ten: Format Your Book: - 28:32
Step Eleven: Publish Your Book - 34:09
Step Twelve: Promote And Market Your Work - 38:13

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