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Theres a bunch of services you can use to self publish a book. While writing allows you to flex your creative muscles, publishing your book is a science that requires a much more logical approach. It covers all the nuts and bolts of indie magazine publishing, from budgeting and distribution to design and print. I want to create a book based on short quotes from over 200 different artists most quotes about 520 words in length and very few up to about 50 words. Enter information like your book title, description, and keywords. Easily publish textbooks, course materials, and research.
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