Self-Publishing from Scratch: A Practical Guide for Authors to Publish Successfully with Insights for Black Voices

Have you wanted to publish but felt overwhelmed by platforms, pricing, and file prep? You're not alone.

After countless lessons, trial and error, and late nights trying to figure it out, Self-Publishing from Scratch was created as a hands-on blueprint to remove confusion and save you time, money, and stress. As a publisher at Keywords Unlocked, I walk you through a straightforward process so you can launch a quality book that readers can find.

You'll quickly learn how to:

  • Choose the right route (KDP, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital)
  • Set up ISBNs and metadata the smart way
  • Format clean files for eBook, paperback, and hardcover

Along the way, you'll get checklists, real examples, and honest "do this, skip that" guidance that moves you from A to Z. The book also addresses barriers unique to Black authors—offering cultural context and practical tools without gatekeeping—while equipping every writer to publish with confidence.

Ready to stop guessing and start publishing? Open the guide, follow the steps, and release your book on your terms. I'll be with you every step of the way.

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Self-Publishing from Scratch: A Practical Guide for Authors to Publish Successfully with Insights for Black Voices

Have you wanted to publish but felt overwhelmed by platforms, pricing, and file prep? You're not alone.

After countless lessons, trial and error, and late nights trying to figure it out, Self-Publishing from Scratch was created as a hands-on blueprint to remove confusion and save you time, money, and stress. As a publisher at Keywords Unlocked, I walk you through a straightforward process so you can launch a quality book that readers can find.

You'll quickly learn how to:

  • Choose the right route (KDP, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital)
  • Set up ISBNs and metadata the smart way
  • Format clean files for eBook, paperback, and hardcover

Along the way, you'll get checklists, real examples, and honest "do this, skip that" guidance that moves you from A to Z. The book also addresses barriers unique to Black authors—offering cultural context and practical tools without gatekeeping—while equipping every writer to publish with confidence.

Ready to stop guessing and start publishing? Open the guide, follow the steps, and release your book on your terms. I'll be with you every step of the way.

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Self-Publishing from Scratch: A Practical Guide for Authors to Publish Successfully with Insights for Black Voices

Self-Publishing from Scratch: A Practical Guide for Authors to Publish Successfully with Insights for Black Voices

by Keyimani Alford
Self-Publishing from Scratch: A Practical Guide for Authors to Publish Successfully with Insights for Black Voices
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Self-Publishing from Scratch: A Practical Guide for Authors to Publish Successfully with Insights for Black Voices

by Keyimani Alford

Overview

Have you wanted to publish but felt overwhelmed by platforms, pricing, and file prep? You're not alone.

After countless lessons, trial and error, and late nights trying to figure it out, Self-Publishing from Scratch was created as a hands-on blueprint to remove confusion and save you time, money, and stress. As a publisher at Keywords Unlocked, I walk you through a straightforward process so you can launch a quality book that readers can find.

You'll quickly learn how to:

  • Choose the right route (KDP, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital)
  • Set up ISBNs and metadata the smart way
  • Format clean files for eBook, paperback, and hardcover

Along the way, you'll get checklists, real examples, and honest "do this, skip that" guidance that moves you from A to Z. The book also addresses barriers unique to Black authors—offering cultural context and practical tools without gatekeeping—while equipping every writer to publish with confidence.

Ready to stop guessing and start publishing? Open the guide, follow the steps, and release your book on your terms. I'll be with you every step of the way.

Product Details

BN ID: 2940182683692
Publisher: Keyimani Alford
Publication date: 10/28/2025
Sold by: Draft2Digital
Format: eBook
File size: 592 KB

About the Author

Keyimani L. Alford, PhD, widely known as Dr. Key, is an author, speaker, and publisher who believes every story has the power to inspire change. After navigating the challenges of publishing his own books, he founded Keywords Unlocked Publishers to help aspiring authors-especially Black writers-preserve their voice, protect their purpose, and publish with integrity. Dr. Key is the author of Oakland Hills, Milwaukee Rivers: A Memoir of Survival, Identity, and Purpose, Unshaken Leadership: A Practical Blueprint for Overcoming Challenges, Learning from Mistakes, and Growing in Confidence, and several companion workbooks and guided journals. Through his books, publishing services, and speaking engagements, he equips others to transform their lived experiences into legacies of healing, empowerment, and impact. When he isn't writing or teaching others how to publish, Dr. Key enjoys traveling, finding peace in nature, and sharing laughter with family and friends. Learn more at www.keywordsunlocked.com
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