Introduction
If you’ve finished writing your book, you’ve probably asked this:
Should I self-publish or go for traditional publishing?
It’s a valid question.
And the answer isn’t one-size-fits-all — but the publishing landscape today has clearly shifted.
The Traditional Publishing Route
Traditional publishing usually involves:
submitting manuscripts
waiting for approval
giving up partial rights
sharing royalties
For new authors, getting accepted can be difficult.
The Self-Publishing Approach
With self-publishing in India, authors:
publish faster
retain full ownership
earn 100% royalties
control their book
This is why many authors are moving towards self-publishing services in India.
Key Differences
Control
Self-publishing → Full control
Traditional → Limited control
Time
Self-publishing → Fast
Traditional → Slow
Earnings
Self-publishing → Higher royalties
Traditional → Shared earnings
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