Free Self-Publishing Roadmap
Get Your Free Self-Publishing Roadmap
Understand the self-publishing process in 30 minutes — without confusion, overwhelm, or wasted money.
This free self-publishing guide walks you through an overview of each phase.
You'll Learn About:
The eight steps to publishing that fall into these three stages.
CREATE
Take your dream book idea and turn it into a manuscript that has true market potential.
BUILD
Refine as you work with an editor, work through the artwork, cover design and formatting.
SHARE
Work through the pre-launch, publishing, launching, and getting the word out!
Free Self-Publishing Roadmap
Get Your Free Self-Publishing Roadmap
Understand the self-publishing process in 30 minutes — without confusion, overwhelm, or wasted money.
This free self-publishing guide walks you through an overview of each phase.
You'll Learn About:
The eight steps to publishing that fall into these three stages.
CREATE
Take your dream book idea and turn it into a manuscript that has true market potential.
BUILD
Refine as you work with an editor, work through the artwork, cover design and formatting.
SHARE
Work through the pre-launch, publishing, launching, and getting the word out!
Publishing a book doesn't fail because people lack talent.
It fails because they start without a clear map.
This free orientation gives you a high-level view of the entire self-publishing journey, so you can decide — calmly and confidently — whether moving forward makes sense for you.
There's nothing to complete. Nothing to get right.
And no pressure to continue.
Just clarity.
What Authors Are Saying
Hear from writers who started exactly where you are now.
Sarah Mitchell
"Before this orientation, I had a manuscript sitting in my drawer for three years. Now I have a clear roadmap and published my first book within six months."
David Chen
"I wasted thousands on services I didn't need because I didn't understand the process. This orientation would have saved me so much time and money."
Maria Santos
"The clarity I got from this free orientation was better than two paid courses I'd taken. It finally made the whole journey make sense."
Ready to get your free introduction to self-publishing?
Free • No credit card • Instant access
Why This Is Worth Your Time
By the end of this short orientation, you'll know:
What is involved with self-publishing and where you are on the publishing path
What pitfalls to watch out for that can cost frustration, delays, and wasted money
The smartest next step before you invest time or money in your book idea
This is designed to help you decide — not persuade you.
What's Included
Free
The Self-Publishing Made Simple™ journey map
A clear explanation of every step of the self-publishing process
Common publishing mistakes and how to avoid them
Real-world author examples and case studies
Guidance on where most authors should start
Common Mistakes This Helps You Avoid
Trying to do everything at once
Skipping planning and paying for it later
Editing too late — or not at all
Starting artwork or design before the manuscript is ready
Who This Is For
This free resource is for you if:
You have a book but are unsure where to begin
You're confused about self-publishing
You want clarity before committing time or money
You're unsure if self-publishing is right for you
If you're looking for hype, shortcuts, or pressure tactics, this isn't it.
About Your Instructor
Hey, I'm April Cox!
April is the founder of Little Labradoodle Publishing and creator of Self-Publishing Made Simple—a program designed to help authors navigate the self-publishing process, avoid confusion, and save time and money.
With over 10 years of experience in the publishing industry, she has helped thousands of first-time authors successfully publish their books. This session was created specifically to help you validate your book idea—or pivot to one with more potential—before investing further.
"The authors who feel the most peace about their books are the ones who pause at the right moment, ask good questions, and make informed decisions."
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions
What happens after I sign up?
You'll get instant access to the free introduction video. At the end, you'll be invited — not pushed — to take the next step. If you're ready to move forward, Book Planning & Positioning is the best place to begin. If you're not ready yet, that's okay too.
How long does it take?
The introduction takes about 30 minutes (video) to walk through the Self-Publishing Roadmap.
Is this really free?
Yes, completely free. No credit card required, no hidden fees.
Do I need to have a finished manuscript?
Not at all! This orientation is perfect whether you're still dreaming about your book idea or already have a completed draft. It helps you understand the full journey ahead.
Will I be pressured to buy something?
Absolutely not. At the end of the orientation, you'll learn about additional resources if you want to go deeper, but there's no pressure. Many authors find the free introduction is exactly what they needed to understand the self-publishing process.
Do you offer coaching or manuscript evaluation?
Yes, absolutely. Once you've completed the introduction, you'll have more info about how to work with us for more guidance through next steps.
Ready to Get Started?
Get your free roadmap and take the first step toward publishing your book.
You're not behind.
You don't need to know everything.
And you don't have to do this alone.
This orientation exists to help you get oriented — and breathe.
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