Traditional vs. Self-Publishing
What are the pro’s and con’s of both types?
There have been a lot of posts about this particular topic, but I am happy to give you my take on it. First the advantages and there is one big one which is that you as the author have total control of the product… editing, cover, marketing, they are all within your control. You get to decide everything about the title. Which can be a great thing.
But every advantage comes with a price. You are also responsible for everything. There is no support from the publisher and no additional distribution. There isn’t someone else helping you with social media… or someone to pull you back from making a hideous cover mistake. Also publishers generally have a good feeling about the book market and can help guide the story and the cover. Also with a publisher, you as the author do not have the expense of editing and cover art.
There are benefits to both types of publishing. Do your research and choose the best one for you.
Title: For My Next Trick
Author: Andrew Grey
Genre: M/M Contemporary Romance
Release Date: April 15, 2025
Edition/Formats Available In: eBook & Print
Blurb/Synopsis:
Nathaniel picked his pocket, stole his watch, put him in his own handcuffs… and that was just the foreplay.
Nathaniel Weatherby works as a cruise ship magician and comedian. He’s also a thief, or at least he was. He left his family and their family business behind some years ago and uses his skills to entertain rather than cheat and steal. But when jewelry goes missing on board, his past comes back to haunt him.
Maryland police officer Randy Messier is on the cruise ship hoping for a little vacation, but also to keep his eyes open. There have been rumors, and the cruise line is determined to keep its passengers safe. Randy isn’t sure what to do when he gets pulled on stage, but he doesn’t expect Nathaniel to comically rob him blind and leave him in his own handcuffs.
After getting Randy’s attention on stage, the two men circle each like moths to each other’s flame, drawing them ever closer. But when jewelry is stolen, Randy’s first suspicion falls on Nathaniel. Even when Nathaniel has an alibi, Randy still isn’t convinced. It becomes clear that the only way for them to possibly move forward is to catch the real thief. Even then, their growing attraction might not be enough.
Andrew grew up in western Michigan with a father who loved to tell stories and a mother who loved to read them. Since then, he has lived throughout the country and traveled throughout the world. He has a master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and works in information systems for a large corporation.
Andrew’s hobbies include collecting antiques, gardening, and leaving his dirty dishes anywhere but in the sink (particularly when writing) He considers himself blessed with an accepting family, fantastic friends, and the world’s most supportive and loving partner. Andrew currently lives in beautiful, historic Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
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I’ve never been on a cruise before. Could be fun.