Publishing Update

The last day of July and I want to provide an update on my progress to publishing MURPHY’S TROUBLES.  With the help of Jeff Gauger the book cover is brand new and has already been uploaded into Create Space.  I am been working with author and retired Journalism Professor Marshall J. Cook on substantive/content/copyediting.  Marshall was very astute and suggested two additional chapters were needed to give both depth and context to the story.  Of course, I heeded Marshall’s suggestions and crafted to additional chapters and had him edit them.  The manuscript has been modified with these additions and is now 275 pages, about 84,000 words.

Currently I’m seeking a proofreader, which has proven more exasperating than expected.  First, there are many terms that are used:  copy editing, line editing, proofreading, etc.  There are some who want to do copy editing and proofreading as a “package” and the price tag is quite high.  Working with Marshal, I’m satisfied that the manuscript has been content edited and copy edited so I’m trying to find a proofreader.

My guess is that proofreading will take 1-2 months.  If that is the case, in theory, the manuscript can be uploaded to Create Space in October.  There are adjustments that need to be made after uploading the document but I think an October publication appears to be within reach.  I’ll keep you posted.