Is Your Book Really Ready to Publish?
Find out today with this free E-Book and assessment that shows you exactly where you stand — and what to do next.
FREE
Before you publish, you need clarity—not guesswork. Before You Publish: Seven Signs Your Book Is Ready for Publishing is a free readiness guide designed to help aspiring authors determine whether their book is truly prepared for the publishing process.
This practical assessment walks you through seven key indicators every author should evaluate before moving forward—covering readiness, positioning, and next steps. Inside, you’ll find a guided checklist and readiness assessment that helps you identify what’s complete, what needs attention, and what to do next—so you can move forward with confidence and intention.
Whether you’re considering self-publishing or hybrid publishing, this guide helps you pause, assess, and prepare—because publishing done well starts before the book goes live.
Don’t leave your publishing dreams to chance. Get the clarity you need to move forward with confidence and strategy.
Here’s what you’ll discover inside:
✅ Identify whether your book AND you are truly ready to publish
✅ Avoid costly mistakes new authors make before release
✅ Clarify your next steps with confidence and direction
✅ Understand the publishing process—before you invest time or money
✅ Assess your mindset, preparation, and publishing readiness
✅ Gain clarity on what to fix, finalize, or prepare next
✅ Publish with confidence
Whether you're 90% finished or just now dusting off your manuscript, this guide will meet you where you are and help you prepare for what's next.
I’m Athena C. Shack, a 7x author, Publisher, and Book Coach
As the CEO of Watersprings Publishing, I help aspiring and first-time authors turn ideas and manuscripts into professionally published books with clarity and confidence. With years of experience guiding authors through the publishing process, I specialize in helping writers avoid costly mistakes, understand their publishing options, and move forward with a clear plan. My mission is simple: to help you write like an author, think like a publisher, and publish with purpose.
Before You Publish: 7 Signs Your Book is Ready for Publishing
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