Self-Publishing your book gives you total creative control.

Self-Publishing a book on IngramSpark is likely the best way to go about it.

Your book comes out looking professional (you’ll be in company with many professional mid-range publishers as well as “indie” publishers like yourself), you can order as many or as few copies as desired, and your book is distributed to scores of online retailers (not only Amazon—lots more, too) as well as the option for local bookstores and other brick-and-mortar outlets.

But—valuable as this option is—it’s not simple if you don’t know what you’re doing. There are a lot of moving parts.

It took me a long, long time to figure out and master all the umpteen details involved in self-publishing a book on IngramSpark. Not only things like determining a book’s trim size and obtaining an ISBN (and if you don’t currently know what these are, you will)—but also all the many specifics that need to be determined, and then entered properly in the proper IngramSpark categories, before even reaching the point of being able to upload the typeset-book files so they can be printed. It took me many, many hours of head-wracking to figure out all the details and have what was needed close at hand (e.g., a long and short description of the book). By the time I had the book files uploaded and the e-proof reviewed, I was more depleted than triumphant.

So . . . this course is designed to spare you all that. I have scoped out the entire process for you. While there are things to be aware of, and details that you will need to understand and act on, the 5 videos plus written and visual materials in this course will make it obvious to you what to do and how to go about doing it. No headaches, no feeling left in the lurch. Everything is accounted for and simplified for you as much as possible, so that you can not only go ahead and publish your book (I even recommend specific professionals such as typesetters in the Bonus material) but also can have the pride and joy of transforming your written manuscript into a published book, yourself.

This is what I want for you—and this course will help you make it happen.

THE COURSE

The Complete IngramSpark Self-Publishing COURSE

(5-video course plus written + visual materials)

Transform Your Manuscript into a Professional Published Book, Expertly and Confidently 

Navigating IngramSpark's self-publishing process shouldn't feel overwhelming—but without knowledgeable guidance it often does, especially if this is your first time self-publishing.

Why IngramSpark?

If you’re going to self-publish the book of your heart, IngramSpark is an excellent choice. Chosen by independent (“indie”) publishers like you as well as medium-sized professional publishers, IngramSpark offers high-quality, Print-on-Demand (POD) printing distributes your title worldwide to scores of retailers (including, but not limited to, Amazon).

However, its processes are complex for the novice, and not easy to navigate without help. There are various phases, each of which requires understanding of the multiple details and choices to be made in order to make this process work for you.

Why This Course?

Your “tour guide,” Naomi Rose is a seasoned book professional, with decades in the book-publications field as an editor, book developer & creative midwife, and self-publishing mentor who has successfully guided authors (including first-time authors) through this exact process. She brings warmth, clarity, humanness, and a healing orientation to the process so you can thoroughly understand the self-publishing process on IngramSpark and how to work it. In this comprehensive course, she walks you through every single step of the process from pre-production manuscript preparation to being able to hold your published book in your hands and sell it to others.

What’s Included:

This complete course contains:

5 detailed video tutorials covering:

• Pre-setup preparation (including manuscript completion and working with a typesetter)

• ISBN purchase and tracking

• Title setup on IngramSpark (an intricate process)

• E-proof review

• Ordering books and tracking book sales)

  PLUS:

• Complete 28-page written guide

• Edited transcripts of all videos

• Visual references and research resources

• Bonus materials, including professional book-related referral resources.

What You’ll Gain:

You'll have everything you need to self-publish with confidence and avoid overwhelm and costly mistakes. No more confusion, no more guesswork—just clear, systematic guidance from someone with decades of direct experience in the publications field

Whether you prefer learning by watching, reading, or both, this course meets you where you are and supports you all the way through.

You'll have professional-quality instruction that transforms the complex IngramSpark self-publishing process into manageable, achievable steps, enabling you to be a published author, with a book(s) that can be ordered, purchased, read, reviewed, and enjoyed.

And if you prefer learning by reading, the comprehensive 28-page written guide provides systematic written instructions for the complete IngramSpark process. While the video course offers real-time demonstrations and shows you exactly what to do on screen, the written guide gives you detailed reference material that you can follow at your own pace—perfect for self-directed learners.

THE GUIDE

The Complete IngramSpark Self-Publishing Guide

(comprehensive 28-page written guide)

Your Comprehensive Written Roadmap from Manuscript to Published Book

Navigating IngramSpark's self-publishing process shouldn't feel overwhelming—but without knowledgeable guidance it often does, especially if this is your first time self-publishing.

Why IngramSpark?

If you're going to self-publish the book of your heart, IngramSpark is an excellent choice. Chosen by independent ("indie") publishers like you as well as medium-sized professional publishers, IngramSpark offers high-quality, Print-on-Demand (POD) printing that distributes your title worldwide to scores of retailers (including, but not limited to, Amazon).

Why This Written Guide?

This comprehensive 28-page guide walks you through every phase of the IngramSpark self-publishing process with clarity and practical detail. Written by Naomi Rose, a seasoned book professional with decades in the book-publications field as an editor, book developer & creative midwife, and self-publishing mentor, this guide provides systematic, step-by-step instruction you can reference at your own pace.

What's Included:

• Phase-by-phase breakdown covering pre-setup preparation, ISBN purchase, account setup, title setup, file upload, e-proof review, and ordering books

• Practical guidance on working with typesetters, manuscript preparation, gathering testimonials, and setting retail prices

• Clear explanations of publishing terminology (ISBNs, POD, imprints, BISAC categories, trim sizes, and more)

• Step-by-step written instructions for navigating each phase of the IngramSpark process

What You'll Gain:

Everything you need to self-publish with confidence and avoid costly mistakes. No more confusion, no more guesswork—just clear, systematic written guidance from someone with decades of direct experience in the publications field.

Perfect for: Self-directed learners who prefer comprehensive written instruction they can study and reference at their own pace throughout their publishing journey.

$47 for the Self-Publishing Guide (download)