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Writing and Publishing Books with Free Software

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Overview

Explore the world of book writing and publishing using free software in this 26-minute conference talk from Ubuntu Summit 2022. Discover the opportunities and challenges of modern publishing as Nathan Haines, a writer, translator, and publisher, shares insights on working with traditional publishers and navigating the self-publishing process. Learn about the capabilities of Free and Open Source Software for creating both ebooks and print books, and gain valuable knowledge on topics such as editing, revision, source control, interior page design, and DRM. Whether you're an aspiring author or curious about the publishing industry, gain a comprehensive understanding of what it takes to bring a book to life in the digital age using accessible tools and technologies.

Syllabus

Intro
What are you doing
Why publish a book
Traditional Publishing
SelfPublishing
Royalties
Write the book
Edit the book
Revision
Source Control
LibreOffice
Scribus
Interior pages
Ebooks
Publishing Print Books
Publishing eBooks
DRM
Questions

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