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Publish your book using AI self-publishing tips

When you’re ready to publish your book, Copilot is here to support you through the process. From formatting your manuscript to choosing the right publishing platform, Copilot can provide practical advice and resources to help you navigate the book publishing landscape. With Copilot's assistance, you can confidently publish your book and reach a wider audience. Here’s how:

Choose a publishing platform for your manuscript

Not sure where you want to publish your work? Copilot can help you research various self-publishing platforms so you can find the right fit for your needs. Try prompts like these to start your search:

1. I wrote a book, but I’m not sure where to publish it. What are the best platforms for self-publishing authors?
2. I’m looking for a self-publishing platform to publish my children’s picture book. What are my options?

Discover format and layout guidelines

Use Copilot to format your manuscript according to the guidelines of your chosen publishing platform. Copilot can help you with font selection, spacing, and layout to ensure your book looks professional. Prompts like these can help you format the body of your book:

1. Which fonts are easiest for readers to see on a page versus an e-book?
2. Help me find the layout instructions for my online publisher.

Design your book cover

Get assistance in designing an eye-catching cover for your book. You can use Copilot's design suggestions or integrate with design tools to create a cover that captures the essence of your book. Use prompts like the following to create an eye-catching book cover:

1. I’m getting ready to self-publish my first novel, and plan to design the book cover myself. What are the key elements of a balanced book cover?
2. I just finished designing the book cover for my memoir. Can you give me feedback on the colors and design?

Write a compelling book blurb

Book descriptions and blurbs quickly summarize the contents of a book and hook readers to read more of your writing. Craft a compelling book description to go on the back cover of your work with the help of Copilot. This description will be used on your book's sales page to attract potential readers. Here’s how Copilot can help you polish your book description:

1. My manuscript is finally done, but I’m struggling to write a good book description. What are some tips for writing a good book blurb?
2. I wrote a book description for my novel, but I’m worried it’s too long. Can you help me revise it?

Set your pricing and distribution

Pricing a book that you’ve poured your heart and soul into is no easy thing. But with Copilot’s help, you can get insights into pricing strategies and research which distributor you want to work with. Prompts like the following can get you started:

1. What’s the general guidance on pricing a self-published book?
2. Help me choose the best distribution options for self-publishing my novel.

Promote your book

So now that you’ve written your book, and you have the publishing date, you need to make sure your target readers hear about it! Copilot can help you create a marketing plan for your book launch. Get help making social media posts, email newsletters, and other promotional activities to reach your ideal audience with prompts like the ones below:

1. I’m publishing my nonfiction book in six months and need help making an effective marketing plan for it. Help me create a marketing plan for my book launch.
2. I want to do an email campaign promoting my upcoming poetry book. Can you help me plan an effective promotional campaign for a four-month schedule?

Tell your story how you want with Copilot

AI tools like Copilot are transforming the writing and self-publishing process, making it more accessible for aspiring authors to share their work with the world. By offering support at every stage, from brainstorming and drafting to editing and publishing, Copilot can help you bring your book to life. Try Copilot today and take the first step towards writing and self-publishing your first book.