How a Book Is Born: The Story of a Dream Fulfilled
It all began almost two years ago. I say almost because the period I’m referring to starts in a day around mid-December. I don’t remember the exact date, I just know it was cold outside, but not so cold that it started to snow. It has been a long time since it last snowed in the places I frequent around Christmas. In any case, as I said, it was a night around mid-December. The year 2022. I had started working at a new company, but in a position that – I found out shortly after – did not suit me at all. It didn’t bring me any joy, and so, not long after, I realized I wouldn’t be able to perform in the usual way. And since this happened probably a week or maybe two after I began in this role, I couldn’t leave so soon, so my only solution at the moment – or so I thought – was to try to understand its mysteries. Which, as you probably imagine, didn’t happen. So, I began writing a journal. And there, I not only wrote down my thoughts, but I also left a trace of myself every time. Well, from that point, here I am at the current moment, where I am pleased to say that this journal has transformed into a novel, and this novel, after almost two years of lying in electronic format in both English and Romanian, has officially become a book in the true sense of the word. A physical book!
What does this mean for me… you might be wondering. Well, for me, publishing the book Călătorie prin ochii unui anonim in physical format means more than just an achievement. It is the materialization of my dream, a moment when the story I wrote comes to life not only in the minds of readers but also in their hands. The physical book has something magical, authentic. The smell of the pages, the texture of the paper, and the way each word takes on weight on the paper creates a unique connection between the author and the reader. Through my collaboration with Booksprint, I was able to give this story its complete form, the one I’ve always imagined. It is, without a doubt, the most important step in my journey so far, and I am deeply grateful that I can share this moment with you.
About Booksprint, you should know that it is a Romanian platform dedicated to independent authors, specializing in self-publishing services. They are a quick and highly professional team, which made the whole process simpler and more pleasant than I could have imagined. Basically, they handle all the technical and logistical details related to publishing, which gives you the peace of mind to focus solely on the creative side. What impressed me the most was how fast and efficient they were, without unnecessary complications. It was clear from the start that I was working with people who know what they’re doing and who keep their promises. Given this very pleasant experience, it’s very likely that I’ll collaborate with them for my future projects. It’s reassuring to know there’s such a dedicated team behind my stories!
“Last but not least, I would like to thank the Booksprint team, an innovative platform dedicated to independent authors, who helped me turn my dream into reality. Thanks to them, I had the freedom to bring my book closer to readers, having complete control over every detail of the editorial process. Booksprint is, for me, a true inspiration and a reliable partner for anyone who wants to publish their own story.” – excerpt from the acknowledgments page of Journey Through the Eyes of an Anonymous, page 356.
As I mentioned earlier, the printing process was very quick and efficient, but I’ll try to break it down for those who may want to publish with this publisher as well. The first thing I did was search for information about independent publishers online, and Booksprint immediately caught my eye. I did a bit of research, and before I knew it, I was already looking at the printing form. I completed the manuscript according to the structure on their website, created the visual design for the cover, and that was it. (Note, they have all the necessary information on their blog page, but they also have a live chat which I invite you to use). The next day, with impressive promptness, a representative from the publishing house contacted me regarding the selected package and printing details. After they took care of the ISBN and the technical aspects, the contract was signed, and I reached the current point. I must say, everything was so easy and fast that I didn’t even have time to realize how important this step actually was for me. I’ll leave the link to their page so you can get to know them better: Click here.
At this moment, Journey Through the Eyes of an Anonymous is only available online via the print-on-demand system on the official Booksprint website. This model means that each copy of the book is printed on demand, which helps reduce storage costs and ensures that every book reaches the reader in perfect condition. Essentially, you order the book, and it is produced and shipped especially for you. It’s a modern and sustainable solution, perfect for both authors and readers! Even though the book is currently only available online, my dream is to bring it to bookstores as well. Nothing compares to the joy of seeing your book on a bookstore shelf and giving readers the chance to browse it before they buy it. This is an important goal for me, and I plan to take some steps in this direction soon. Whether I will succeed in this remains to be seen. Also, I can tell you that the upcoming period will be just as intense for me. Around the winter holidays and the beginning of the next year, I’m preparing a few special surprises for you, and I can’t wait to share more, so stay tuned!
So, this is the perfect example that a dream can come true through hard work, perseverance, and the desire to keep moving forward regardless of obstacles. Publishing my book in physical format is more than just a personal achievement – it is proof that passion and determination can shape the most beautiful stories. Thank you for being with me on this journey, and believe me when I say – our journey is just beginning. I’m glad to have you on board!
If you want to live without ever working, you must be deeply in love with a certain activity.
Ray Bradbury
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