This is how much money I spent on my fantasy novel

If you’re wondering how much it really costs to publish a book, this is my complete breakdown as an indie author.In this video, I share exactly what I spent on editing, cover design, proofreading, marketing, formatting, and even my audiobook—plus my total investment. No vague numbers. No gatekeeping. Just the real cost of self-publishing.If you’re planning to publish your first book, this will help you budget realistically and avoid expensive mistakes.The video where I talk about what happened with the traditional publisher: https://youtu.be/UxhMpvCKM_U?si=qv0TxuNCSsHadyqFTimestamps: 00:00 Backround02:36 Editors06:10 Cover08:10 Proofreaders10:12 Marketing10:51 Audio book11:51 Formatting12:57 Total spend