The DIY Book Publishing Guide: Everything you need to become an author

McIntyre, Mark

ISBN 10: 1919433260 / ISBN 13: 9781919433264

Published by Write Publish Books, 2026

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The DIY Book Publishing Guide: Everything you need to become an author
• Publisher: Write Publish Books
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1919433260
• ISBN 13: 9781919433264
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

Publishing a book has never been easier, or more confusing. But here is the guide of everything you need to become an author.

The DIY Book Publishing Guide is a practical, no-nonsense handbook for writers who want to publish professionally without falling into expensive traps, unnecessary services, or opaque publishing deals.

Written by Mark McIntyre, of Write Publish Books. He shares hands-on experience of ISBN registration, Nielsen metadata, trade distribution, and real-world book listings, this guide walks you through the modern publishing landscape in clear, digestible sections.

Rather than pushing a single route, the book explains all major publishing options available to authors today, including self-publishing, hybrid publishing, and traditional submission routes. Each approach is broken down honestly, with clear explanations of what actually matters, what is optional, and what is often misunderstood or misrepresented.

Inside, you’ll learn how ISBNs really work, why metadata matters more than marketing hype, how book distribution actually reaches retailers, libraries, and wholesalers, and how to retain control of your work while maximising visibility.

The guide is structured for ease of use. You can read it cover to cover or dip into specific sections as needed. Bullet-point layouts and practical explanations make it a reference book you can return to throughout your publishing journey.

This book is written for independent authors, first-time publishers, writing groups, and anyone who wants a clear, ethical, and informed route into publishing.

No upselling. No exaggerated promises. Just clear guidance on how publishing actually works.

Key Features and Benefits:

• Clear explanations of self-publishing, hybrid publishing, and traditional routes
• Practical guidance on ISBNs, metadata, and book distribution
• Insight into how books reach retailers, libraries, and catalogues
• Written from direct publishing experience, not theory
• Easy-to-navigate bullet-point format for quick reference
• Designed for UK and international authors
• Ideal for independent writers, writing groups, and first-time publishers

About the Author

Mark McIntyre writes about real-world events and puts a humorous slant on things. Typically fueled with too much/not enough coffee, insufficient sleep and a bit too much time at the gym.