Hyde Virtual Agency & Publishing House
Journey from Author to Publisher
I became an Indie Author in 2016. I had no idea what I was doing so I had to learn to self-publish my book. Having a background in learning and a master's degree in education it was easy for me to research and find out everything I needed to know. I had friends and acquaintances that also wanted to write and self-publish their books but didn't know where to start. Nor did they want to take the time to research and find out how to make it happen like I did.
They needed help with everything I learned to do. Create great book covers, edit and proofread, then format for book according to Amazon KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing) requirements for both paperback and eBooks, and then learn how to upload the manuscripts, the book cover, and the entire process of self-publishing. There was a lot of trial and error in those early days. My degree in Visual Communication provided the confidence I needed to succeed with the graphic designs.
Cindy Hyde Virtual Agency
That's why I started Cindy Hyde Virtual Agency in 2016. I was successfully assisting or even self-publishing their books for writers independently. My passion for helping others spilled right over into helping writers become an author and authorpreneur, by writing, self-publishing, marketing, and selling their books. Authorpreneurs are book owners, their book become their business.
Covid-19 hit us all and as many small businesses mine took that hit too and I went completely under when I got sick too. It was a horrible time for us all but especially for us empaths because we feel the pain, the heartbreak from all the loss, sickness, and devastation in the world. Thank God all that is behind us now.
Just this year, 2024, I got a phone call asking about my services. A friend of mine recommended me to her. I chatted with her and felt compelled to help her tell her story. A sad one but it turned out great in the end. I love stories. Our brains are geared for stories. Stories were the only means of communication initially. Every culture in the world has its own story. These stories are still passed down from one generation to another. My heart is to help get those stories out to the world so they can thrive.
I procrastinated doing the job because it was sent to me as a handwritten journal. I had to type all 77 pages and then edit as I went. My hands were so painful that I couldn't type anything for a couple of weeks. My daughter had emergency surgery during that time. I got sick for a couple more weeks. My computer died! I had to have a new hard drive for it. My laptop stopped working. I had to buy another one. It just seemed it was one obstacle after another. Even with all the obstacles her book, "Peace at Last" by Anne Folsom is available on Amazon!
Relaunching, Rebranding, Rebooting
The author had to wait a while for her to get her book together and self-published. It was during this time, even though there were many frustrations, emergencies, and technological setbacks I fell in love, all over again, with the process of helping authors tell their stories. I felt motivated. I felt energized. I felt inspired!
Within a week I made the decision to relaunch my business. I wanted to rebrand and update everything. I created a new website http://www.HydeVirtualAgency.com Of course, I had to update my own personal website cindylhyde.com because I was been "out of my office" and mostly offline for years. I lost my domain name cindyhyde.com and the website I created.
Creating all the websites felt amazing! One of the degrees I have is in visual communication and the others are in information technology, communication, graphic design, and education, so combining all those helps me create the websites, graphics, and content for marketing.
Promote Your Book Podcast
As I launched all these websites, I knew that I wanted to help authors market their books more effectively. I created the Promote Your Book Podcast on Buzzsprout to offer author interviews. I charge $15 for 15-minutes or $30 for 30-minutes. In addition, to the edited episode, I add a transcription and a few clips of the interview for their social media platforms.
Promote Your Book Blog
As if this wasn’t enough, I realized readers love to read so I created another website for authors to promote their books in a blog PromoteYourBookBlog.com. There are different price structures started at $25 with additional add-ons up to $225. I can add the transcript of the podcast as well as the embedded podcast on the Promote Your Book blog and the author’s blog. It’s an amazing opportunity for authors to promote their books to millions of potential new readers.
Hyde House Publishing
Hyde House Publishing, where every story finds its voice and every dream finds its wings. Officially reestablished in January of 2024, we embarked on a mission to redefine the landscape of publishing, empowering authors to bring their words to life on their own terms. We champion the spirit of self-publishing, recognizing the unique power it holds in amplifying diverse voices and narratives that may otherwise go unheard.
Our commitment to innovation shines through our embrace of print-on-demand technology, ensuring that no manuscript is left dormant on a shelf. With global distribution channels at our fingertips, we transcend geographical boundaries, connecting authors with readers across continents.
More than just a publishing house, Hyde House Publishing is a community—a sanctuary for creatives to thrive, collaborate, and celebrate the boundless possibilities of storytelling. Whether you're a seasoned author or a debut wordsmith, we're here to guide you on your publishing journey, offering support, expertise, and unwavering dedication every step of the way.
Join us at Hyde House Publishing, where imagination knows no limits and every book is an invitation to explore the infinite realms of human experience.
Everything a Writer Needs
All of our combined services provide everything a writer needs.
Our Services Include:
- Author Platform Set-Up and Enhancement: We set-up your author platform and boost your online presence, creating your author website or optimizing your website, creating landing pages, and setting up, enhancing and maintaining all social media platforms with cohesive and effective marketing strategies.
- Editing, Formatting, Book Covers, and Self-Publishing: Taking your manuscript to a masterpiece our team of experts ensures your book is ready for the world with global distribution.
- Ghostwriting: Bring your ideas to life with our expert ghostwriters who can articulate your vision on paper.
- Social Media Management and Marketing: We handle your social media platforms, crafting engaging content that resonates with your audience.
- Strategic Marketing Plans: Customized marketing strategies that align with the unique demands of your book's genre.
- Book Promotion to millions of potential new readers
We are dedicated to supporting your literary journey every step of the way. With a robust selection of tailored services, from ghostwriting to strategic marketing and platform enhancement, we ensure that all aspects of your authorial presence are polished and professional. Our promise to you is embodied in our motto: "You write. We'll do the rest!" Trust us to handle the intricacies of publishing and promotion, allowing you to focus solely on your passion for writing.
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