Open Draft - with Fabio Cerpelloni Answering Your Questions on Self-publishing a TINY Book
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Jul 25, 2024 Discover the journey of creating a tiny book, proving that impactful stories don’t need to be lengthy. Learn about the challenges of self-publishing and valuable insights on formatting. The hosts discuss the power of simplicity in writing and share conflicting lessons from their language learning experiences. They redefine 'tiny books', emphasizing that meaningful content outweighs page count, inspiring aspiring authors to break free from traditional conventions.
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Author's Tiny Book Size And Context
- Fabio Cerpelloni wrote a tiny book of about 13,000 words and 78 pages.
- He notes his current master's dissertation will be longer at 15,000 words, highlighting how small his tiny book is.
Publishing Blocked By Italian VAT Rules
- Fabio attempted to publish via Amazon KDP but Italian VAT and freelancing rules blocked him.
- He solved it by using Italian self-publishing platform You Can Print which published under their name to comply with law.
Use Local Self‑Publishing If KDP Fails
- Consider local self-publishing options if platform requirements or local laws block Amazon KDP.
- Fabio couldn't use KDP due to his freelancer VAT status, so he recommends alternatives or local services.