Speaker
KEYWORDS
textbook
publication
independent
creative
ABSTRACT
Many educators aspire to write a textbook and choose to publish independently, but the process can feel overwhelming. This presentation provides guidance and practical advice to navigate independent publishing with confidence.
The session is divided into two parts: the Creative Process and the Publication Process.
The Creative Process covers idea generation, transforming concepts into written content, selecting visuals, creating layouts, and developing online components. It highlights the role of AI tools, such as AI-generated voices, chatbots for idea development, and AI image creation, discussing their benefits and limitations. The session emphasizes collaboration with professionals like designers, voice actors, and editors, as well as gathering feedback from educators and students to refine the material.
The Publication Process focuses on the business side of publishing, including obtaining ISBNs, working with printers, deciding whether to partner with distributors, and building relationships with booksellers. It offers practical advice on creating invoices, managing timelines, and handling taxes. Additionally, the presentation explores marketing strategies and ensuring your textbook provides value to educators and students.
The session concludes with a Q&A, offering participants the opportunity to ask questions about any aspect of independent publication.
| TITLE | Independent textbook publishing: A guide for educators |
|---|---|
| RELEVANT SIG | Materials Writers |
| FORMAT | Practice-oriented Oral Face-to-face presentation (25 minutes, including Q&A) |
