tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post7179732258130856178..comments2023-08-20T03:57:22.983-07:00Comments on Elaine Stock--Author***Everyone’s Story Blog: Barbara Hartzler: 5 Reasons NOT To Choose Between Indie vs. Traditional PublishingElaine Stockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16349776598113016833noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-37512158841356291882015-04-24T13:52:44.721-07:002015-04-24T13:52:44.721-07:00When it comes to blogging I've learned that it...When it comes to blogging I've learned that it's best to offer the best blog piece possible, pray for God's grace and that I'm glorifying Him, and then sit back because in this world of odds and ends I've also learned that each day is amazing. Barbara Hartzler's segment this past week is a wonderful example of amazing! Barbara, heartfelt appreciation for being such a great guest and offering encouragement for many of my viewers. I hope this experience has been a blessing for you as well.<br /><br />Thanks too for your awesome BookGiveaway--and your first one!--of your new devotional. And the winner is…<br /><br />Jean G. Jean, both Barbara and I will be contacting you in direct emails.<br /><br />Blessings to all.Elaine Stockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16349776598113016833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-39868316412763210312015-04-21T18:30:47.451-07:002015-04-21T18:30:47.451-07:00Thanks Kathy, your story on Divine Detour is intri...Thanks Kathy, your story on Divine Detour is intriguing, too. It's funny how God uses the twist and turns in our path to shape us for his own path. :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07501218255039255655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-61915696519456960212015-04-21T00:55:59.671-07:002015-04-21T00:55:59.671-07:00And, Kathy, I enjoyed tour visit. Always do.And, Kathy, I enjoyed tour visit. Always do.Elaine Stockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16349776598113016833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-8140688610257597322015-04-21T00:54:23.069-07:002015-04-21T00:54:23.069-07:00Barbara, what I'd like to see is "author,...Barbara, what I'd like to see is "author," plain and well deserved, without the need to differentiate.Elaine Stockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16349776598113016833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-87503584578292581642015-04-20T19:24:24.524-07:002015-04-20T19:24:24.524-07:00Congrats on your first indie book, Barbara! I enjo...Congrats on your first indie book, Barbara! I enjoyed getting to know you via Everyone's Story.Kathy Harrishttp://www.divinedetour.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-21727908182323757632015-04-20T17:46:48.751-07:002015-04-20T17:46:48.751-07:00True, Elaine that's how I've always though...True, Elaine that's how I've always thought of the term "indie" in the past. But now with the explosion of Amazon and ebook publishing, it's almost like being with a REALLY big small publisher. So more and more authors who self-publish are using the term indie for their work. It took me awhile to make the switch, but if you're professional about it I think it's okay to call yourself and indie author. Just sounds cool, doesn't it?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07501218255039255655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-3987867399254500672015-04-20T17:43:59.792-07:002015-04-20T17:43:59.792-07:00Thanks, Heather so glad you stopped by! And thanks...Thanks, Heather so glad you stopped by! And thanks for sharing your story. It's because of stories like yours that I thought to myself, "Hey wait a minute. Why do I have to choose between 2 great options?" BTW, SO needed that encouragement. It's super scary putting that first book out there, but I'm with you. So glad God's finally pushing me in a direction, even if it's a scary one. :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07501218255039255655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-27900072065593015152015-04-20T10:06:26.773-07:002015-04-20T10:06:26.773-07:00If I'm not mistaken, my agent defines "in...If I'm not mistaken, my agent defines "indie" publishing as an author publishing for a smaller publisher, yet the term has been used by many by those authors venturing into self-publishing their own title.<br /><br />Glad for your visit, Alexis!Elaine Stockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16349776598113016833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-37292456086421547282015-04-20T09:56:35.879-07:002015-04-20T09:56:35.879-07:00Your choice to be a hybrid authors sounds like a g...Your choice to be a hybrid authors sounds like a good one. <br /><br />I self-published my first book. Is that the same thing as being an indie author? I didn't know about the term "indie" for authors until about two years ago.<br /><br />Would love to win your devotional book! :) capturingidea@gmail.comAlexishttp://www.alexisagoring.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-90597290600386695892015-04-20T04:55:44.270-07:002015-04-20T04:55:44.270-07:00Good words and encouragement to share with us, Hea...Good words and encouragement to share with us, Heather. I appreciate your visit and look forward to seeing you again.Elaine Stockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16349776598113016833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-28560960170807671022015-04-19T16:14:58.233-07:002015-04-19T16:14:58.233-07:00I agree--doesn't have to be either-or. I'm...I agree--doesn't have to be either-or. I'm so happy I went indie and I'm actively building my indie series, but at the same time I can pursue traditional options (even without an agent!). It was scary venturing out with that first book, but God had a plan and now I am so thankful He pushed me that direction. All the best to you, Barbara! Heather Day Gilberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12353914883176152555noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-41302445699597052792015-04-18T09:22:51.814-07:002015-04-18T09:22:51.814-07:00Good to know, Barbara, if Tammy should win. I'...Good to know, Barbara, if Tammy should win. I'm excited I can now put her in the drawing!Elaine Stockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16349776598113016833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-29525017115617367872015-04-18T09:21:43.335-07:002015-04-18T09:21:43.335-07:00Cross-promotion as a bonus of being a hybrid autho...Cross-promotion as a bonus of being a hybrid author. Now there's a plus and a half!Elaine Stockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16349776598113016833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-85505989359145903862015-04-18T08:52:07.627-07:002015-04-18T08:52:07.627-07:00Thanks, Tammy! Glad to see you made it over here. ...Thanks, Tammy! Glad to see you made it over here. Elaine, if she doesn't leave her info let me know and I'll send it your way. :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07501218255039255655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-35533056160989111752015-04-18T08:51:18.918-07:002015-04-18T08:51:18.918-07:00Honestly, Pat that's the best place to be in. ...Honestly, Pat that's the best place to be in. It's a lot of work, going indie, but you can actually get some great cross-promotion of your trad pub books by going indie. Plus, you have a base of readers already built up. If you're not on the CIA (Christian Indie Authors) FB loop already, check it out. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07501218255039255655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-28667397235103388892015-04-18T08:48:13.014-07:002015-04-18T08:48:13.014-07:00Thanks Holly! Yours is one of those stories that h...Thanks Holly! Yours is one of those stories that helped me decide to take this road less traveled. Kinda scary since I don't have a trad pub contract like you, but I just did NOT want to give up on my trad pub options. :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07501218255039255655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-4358039502685712402015-04-18T04:49:14.030-07:002015-04-18T04:49:14.030-07:00Hi, Kiwiseeker! I'm thankful for your visit. I...Hi, Kiwiseeker! I'm thankful for your visit. If by chance you visit to see replies, please leave your contact info so I can enter you in Barbara's drawing. Elaine Stockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16349776598113016833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-47329618288934969222015-04-18T04:47:39.216-07:002015-04-18T04:47:39.216-07:00Pat, one day I'd love to chat live with you an...Pat, one day I'd love to chat live with you and learn of those stories. My story ideas definitely push the conventional, but I'm going for it anyways.Elaine Stockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16349776598113016833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-59101998770005624132015-04-18T04:45:23.331-07:002015-04-18T04:45:23.331-07:00Holly, I'm glad to know that the "best of...Holly, I'm glad to know that the "best of both" is working out for you. Thanks for visiting and sharing encouragement. Elaine Stockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16349776598113016833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-74677238024709647102015-04-17T19:41:05.167-07:002015-04-17T19:41:05.167-07:00So excited to read that you have written a devotio...So excited to read that you have written a devotion! Can't wait to read this! kiwiseekerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17264032233790350890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-35361979210944297262015-04-17T19:18:20.629-07:002015-04-17T19:18:20.629-07:00Great posts. I think this is the best time to be a...Great posts. I think this is the best time to be a writer. While I am traditionally published, I think about Indy publishing stories that don't fit the genre I write in. I do think I'd get a professional edit. Wish you much success. Patricia Bradleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03382033674042021556noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-37447384628643832402015-04-17T19:06:03.715-07:002015-04-17T19:06:03.715-07:00Love this Barbara, I did the same thing. I am a to...Love this Barbara, I did the same thing. I am a total hybrid. I have my agent and have one traditional publishing contract, and indie publish too. I am glad you ended up taking this road. It is a great option to know you can have the best of both worlds. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15731605693480128988noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-10148072955672286402015-04-17T18:58:55.912-07:002015-04-17T18:58:55.912-07:00Oooh, I LOVE this option, too! I really like the i...Oooh, I LOVE this option, too! I really like the idea of making the most out of an editor no matter what your circumstances are. I wish I had done something like this back when I had the money, too. Good editors are worth it, but they don't come cheap! :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07501218255039255655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-2166797338206060812015-04-17T18:56:53.925-07:002015-04-17T18:56:53.925-07:00Absolutely Jean! I would love it if I could afford...Absolutely Jean! I would love it if I could afford pro editing up front. But sometimes you just can't, so it's nice to know there's other options. Or you could even go hybrid on the editing. For instance, you could try beta readers for substantive editing and hire a copy editor for less than a substantive edit. That's the great thing about indie. Freedom, baby!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07501218255039255655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8009438219696051817.post-87053925292626471272015-04-17T17:51:06.233-07:002015-04-17T17:51:06.233-07:00As always, Kathy, nice seeing you. I've recent...As always, Kathy, nice seeing you. I've recently had an independent editor review my full mss. and what a huge insights I'd gained from it. I think it's one of the best investments I've ever made in my writing. Now, time will tell :)Elaine Stockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16349776598113016833noreply@blogger.com