Publishing My Debut Novel Vlog - Part 1: Writing, Editing, Agent & Self-Publishing | Adam Hattan 

Part one of a new vlog series where I document the entire process of publishing by debut novel Hiding Him (out July 2nd 2024). Pre-order here: amzn.eu/d/igc4QHD
From writing, right through to the book launch, this vlog series will pull back the curtain on self-publishing and show you each step of my process in bringing Hiding Him to life.
HIDING HIM:
Are you looking for a funny, romantic and slightly spicy read this Summer? Then Adam Hattan has you covered with his debut novel Hiding Him!
Kick back with this heart-warming story that's got buckets of charm, characters you'll quickly fall in love with and a fair amount of drama that'll leave your heart racing. This Hardcover edition is finished with a beautiful red foiling. The perfect addition to any young-adult, LGBTQ+ romance or rom-com reader's collection.
Let's get one thing straight: Cameron Hawkins isn't. What he is, is hopelessly single and longing to escape his village in the arse-end-of-nowhere. That is until a newcomer arrives: Finn. He's tall, dark, obscenely handsome and somewhat of an enigma...
Is Finn the answer to Cam's happily ever after? Or will shadows of the past stand in the way of their palpable chemistry?
Hiding Him explores coming of age, coming out and hearts coming together. In this warm and cosy read, get ready to laugh with friends, relish in a little spice and gird your loins for several adrenaline-charged moments.
Pre-order now: amzn.eu/d/bWCrguJ
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In this first episode:
00:00:00 - The Story So Far & Getting an Agent
I bring you up to speed on how I got a literary agent to represent me and what my writing process was like.
00:06:12 - Editing My Novel
Having completed the first draft of my manuscript, I begin the process of reading it back and making edits.
00:11:54 - Feedback
I get some initial thoughts from my agent and his recommended improvements.
00:14:36 - Submission
Getting the submission packet ready for pitching Hiding Him out to publishers.
00:18:04 - Passes / Rejections
Getting the first 'nice nos' from publishers.
00:20:12 - Leaving my Agent & Manager
After more 'nice nos,' I start looking at self-publishing, which unfortunately means a change of representation.
00:23:25 - Deciding to Self-Publish
Having made the decision, I start work on preparing the pre-order with hiring an illustrator for the cover and developmental editors/beta readers.
00:34:51 - Coming Up Next Episode
A little preview of the self-publishing process and everything leading up to sending the book off to the printers.
PUBLISHING SERIES:
In this vlog series, I'll be sharing my honest and real-time experience self-publishing my debut novel Hiding Him. I show you each step of the publishing process, from writing, right through to printing. This series will include a look at the writing, editing, proofing, cover design, formatting, printing, marketing and promotion processes. Not only that, I'll share my advice, tips and learnings throughout my self-publishing journey.
NOTES:
This series was filmed on my iPhone and edited in Final Cut Pro. I am not currently represented by an agent or publisher. For business enquiries, please email: contact@adamhattan.com