Self-Publishing a Quilt Book – The Magic of Patchwork (Part 1)

Quilt Book – Part 1

When I blogged at Home Biz Notes, a reader asked me to expand upon my involvement with self-publishing.  One of my projects that might interest quilters is my book, The Magic of Patchwork.

I actually wrote the book upon receiving a “go-ahead” from the editor at a traditional publishing house.  It was slanted for youngsters and beginning quilters.  However, when I finished the manuscript, photos and illustrations and submitted the package (within the time frame the editor indicated), I discovered that editor had left that publisher.  The editor taking her place was not interested in this project. 

So….I let the project set for awhile. I now was involved with other self-publishing so decided to publish this book.  This was practical for me since I taught quilting workshops, gave talks, and was in contact with quilters in this niche market.

Various Options

I had various choices:

• Take my manuscript to a professional printer
• Find a program for our computer
• Continue searching for a traditional publisher

My husband and I decided to format, print, and compile the book on our computer.  My husband had published my book concerning my mom’s journey through Alzheimer’s, When We Become the Parent to Our Parents.

(In Part 2, I’ll discuss the publishing project further.)

(CozeeWorld/Amazon image)