How To Self Publish A Book On Lulu (Step-by-Step Tutorial)
Wondering how to self publish a book on Lulu? Well in this video I walk you step by step as I publish a journal for writers using Lulu. I share some of my best tips for navigating this self-publishing and print-on-demand company.
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@tammi67able
2 жыл бұрын
Love your video I’m subscribing
@treg6848
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Can we see the preview of the e-book before paying for ISBN? If we don’t put global distribution who all will still be able to buy the book
@soponoonesciencequestionsa2755
Жыл бұрын
@@tammi67able True peace Queen. I'm stuck at the book cover part. I had someone make the cover but i forgot how to load up the my version without using lulu's version. Please help.
Thank you so much for this video. I've been working on a few projects and have been wondering which site to use when my company grows. this seems simple and perfect. once again, thank you.
Your a wonder teavher, clear simple and showing us the steps thank u!
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
I’ve created a story book and this video is going to be really helpful when I eventually publish! I mean hey that’s everyone’s goal right?!
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
Yep, you're right!
Very useful tips and to the point. Thank you very much. I appreciate it. Lulu definitely seems like one of the ideal platforms to self-publish.
well done walk-through thank you!!
This is wonderful. Thanks so much!
Thank you for the clarity. Much appreciated.
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Great video! Is there any way you can add a customisable cover in the description. Really need one
I'm considering self-publishing my next book with Lulu.
Great job. I’m thinking about using this publisher for a journal to compliment my book.
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
That's what I used it for.
Thank you for your video! I have 2 questions 1)Is there a step by step video for uploading an e-book on lulu? 2)Is it optional the W-8ben tax form? Thank you!
Well spoken!
This was very useful , helped me alot
@thelifeofawriter
3 ай бұрын
Glad to hear that!
Thank you so much
great info! How does this work if I want to download a slides from an online class Im taking? Not selling the book, just need it to study. 665 pages. Thx so much!
Thanks. Do you have a video explaining how to flatten pictures and embed fonts? Also, do I need to pay for copyright on an alternative website before I upload everything to LuLu? Or will Lulu automatically provide me with proof of copyright once I've uploaded my book? Also... How do you make a book cover with your name and title of the book in between the front and back covers? Thanks again
is the distribution cost and shipping cost the same? or is the shipping cost added sepertely to the total later on?
Thank you so much for this! I'm interested in making a journal as well and I was curious about what program you used to design your inside pages of yours? I was thinking of using Canva but I'm honestly just not sure where to start. Thanks!
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
I used Canva too.
@marisapilla3523
2 жыл бұрын
@@thelifeofawriter Thank you!
I’m confused! Why do you recommend your own vs. lulu free ISBN? Thanks!
In the "Select a Goal" part where you click on "Print Your Book", will that also ask for your mailing address where you can receive your physical copy of your own written story? I've been looking for a useful website where I can possibly turn my current W.I.P. into an actual physical storybook. I'm also wondering how exactly typing in your story in this website works exactly in order to make your book.
Very helpful thanks
@thelifeofawriter
10 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
Can we schedule the launch on Lulu? And allow pre-orders?
Thank you.
Very good video thank you for creating. When I create a cover, how do I know the spine width? Does Lulu suggest it based upon the number and weight of pages?
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
It’s based on the number of pages.
Very complicated, and how much Lulu charge and what about if the book is not success what penalty?
Thank you:)
Can I choose the date of publication when I upload the book??I want o er 3 weeks from submitting book.
Help. Does Cover template( for paperback) for LULU has bigger dimension on width ? Please try and send me your opinion.
Des bookbolt already do the embec thing? can i do low content books?
Thanks for the AWESOME training 💜💜💜 How can I find more info on "cover flattened" & "fonts embedded"? Blessings & Breakthroughs
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! The link to Lulu's PDF settings are in the description.
I published a book on LuLu in DEC. 2021 I just took a look at it for the first time since last year and I've got about..... $12.50 and 11 sales in total, two of which were bulk purchases so they were cheaper for the customer but no reviews! I would love to get some reviews on my book and how I can make the next one better.
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
I ask for reviews when I ship the book out through my website.
@Inspirationmotivationalquotes2
Жыл бұрын
How was your expérience on Lulu? I'm thinking of using this plateforme but i don't really know ?
Thx
Please how did u put in your keyword
can i publish my books on lulu if my books are already available on Amazon?
How we promote the books, is there ads?
Good video. Do you have any videos on how to embed fonts? Thanks.
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
No but the link to learn how to embed is in the description.
@kmg365a
2 жыл бұрын
@@thelifeofawriter Thanks for your quick response. I did manage to find a video on KZread explaining out to embed fonts. Thank you.
"Wonderful job.😀.
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@candyman.g.q.1636
2 жыл бұрын
@@thelifeofawriter "You, so welcome.😀.
Please I just created my Lulu account but I don't know how to add my bank account details to receive payment, I need your help please, I don't know if you can make a video of it
Hi please I seriously need your reply, kdp terminated my account, can I upload those same book I published on kdp to lulu. Hope there’s no issue with that
Thank you hun
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
What does it mean to have your fonts embedded on a PDF isn't it already embedded when you convert to High quality PDF?
how do you make the pdf page sizes smaller to fit a standard book size instead of a4?
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
You would do sizing in whatever software you're using.
how long does it take for them to send you a copy paperback
good day ma. please, i find it difficult to setup my payees. please help
3:16 Do you have to pay for that or dose lulu play for it
Please teach me how to submits a tax information on lulu am new to lulu and am trying to publish a book on lulu but I reach the last stage and it ask me about tax information please am a non US citizen, I don't have a TIN please how will I go about it
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@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
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How much does one copy cost with Lulu publishing?
I had a preview issue with issuing my book/ project
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
Reach out to their customer service.
@Isiah089
Жыл бұрын
@@thelifeofawriter got it figured out
Have you ever compared just printing it yourself, and selling on our own amazon seller account? I have a amazon book seller account where I sell used books, and I was thinking of doing that so everyone else doesn't get such a cut of my work. My only worry is that Amazon will deactivate my listings if I don't reduce my price to the others for sale. Even though my book will be set by me, I just wonder about the future.
@thelifeofawriter
10 ай бұрын
No, I haven't compared the two. However, I have sold my own books through my seller account without an issue.
Do they publish to amazon and other platforms or is this going to exclusively be sold on Lulu?
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
You can do global distribution and it goes to sites like Amazon, Barnes & Noble, etc.
@LtDLong
Жыл бұрын
@@thelifeofawriter thank you beautiful 🙏🏾
Hi, thanks for your video. I have upload my first book on lulu but after publish it then I see a red notofication type message above the book title that show "Purchase a copy to review and approve to continue with Global Distribution. " Is there I need to perchase my book first? Waiting for your reply.
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
I usually purchase a copy to make sure that the formatting and printing looks good before making it available for purchase.
@mahbubalam7361
Жыл бұрын
@@thelifeofawriter So they are now reviewing my book and when it available then this notification will disappear?
What do you mean flattened? fonts embedded? This is too complicated for me.
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
Correct!
We have to create our book firstly in pdf form and directly upload to lulu is there is no writing option?? Pleaee do reply
@thelifeofawriter
Ай бұрын
No, they don't have a writing option that I'm aware of.
Would I be charged after i publish my book
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
Just for printing costs.
Hey. Do you know what sizes they expect for global distribution? I have downloaded every guide possible. Every time I reach out to Lulu to ask for the sizes that qualify for global distribution, because I didn't see those specific sizes in any of the guides I downloaded, they just keep selling me links. They won't give me the sizes that qualify for global distribution. I keep telling them I downloaded every possible but they just keep sending me links.
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
I didn’t know that there were specific sizes for global distribution. Did you try their Knowledge Base?
@RhemaMusicc
Жыл бұрын
@@thelifeofawriter Yeah, I keep getting notifications that say my upload exceeds the size requirement. no I didn't try that, how do I find it?
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
help.luludirect.lulu.com/en/support/home
how can I get the pdf file
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
bit.ly/5mustknowsecretslulu
WHY do you recommend that we buy an isbn of our own?
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
I buy my own so I can use my company name when publishing.
I want to sell my book on my website but I’ve heard back things about lulu
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
What have you heard? I’ve only published this one book through them and I sell it on my own website.
Where should I get an ISBN?
@thelifeofawriter
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Shaniqua, you can purchase them through this link www.myidentifiers.com/identify-protect-your-book/isbn/buy-isbn
@fanel_dem
2 жыл бұрын
Why get the isbn there and not though lulu?
Can this be used as a print on demand for Amazon???
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
Use this video instead for publishing to Amazon 👉🏾 kzread.info/dash/bejne/omWIzpSDpr2cf8o.html
@TashaZ
Жыл бұрын
Is there a video showing that process? If not, that would be amazing to have!
Can I publish an ebook on there?
@samanthasstoryproductions4894
11 ай бұрын
Yes you can
do you have good sales from lulu?
@thelifeofawriter
Жыл бұрын
I only print through them. I sell on my own website.
@residualroyaltyacademy
Жыл бұрын
@@thelifeofawriter oh ok thanks
Lulu doesn't accept pdf
@thelifeofawriter
4 ай бұрын
They actually do 👉🏾 help.lulu.com/en/support/solutions/articles/64000255519-pdf-creation-settings