Re: 1st time writer and new to forum

Hi Amy Barnes, (any relation to Barnes & Noble):)

"Glad to see another nonfiction writer. :)"

Thanks, what have you written?
 
1. I presently converted a 23 page document typed in word using cute pdf which my neighbor recommended.  Can I still use that for an ebook?
 
"Any pdf can be an ebook. Traditionally, 50 pages is considered a "book" but you can sell whatever you like."

I'm sorry I didn't make it clear.  That 23 page document that I converted with cute pdf was a t.v. show proposal, not a book.  My book is close to 300 pages. 

3.  Is adobe the only pdf program to use? If so, who would be the cheapest to buy the software?  I went to Comp USA and they hardly have any software programs, mainly computers/t.v.'s.

"Most word processing programs create .pdfs easily. Word will do it. If you use a Mac, Pages will do it, too."

I don't see where word can convert to pdf.


7.  Can the reader send the file to a friend?
 
"Theoretically, yes. If your price point is high enough, it tends to discourage piracy. However, thieves abound, and it is a constant fight to thwart them."

I'm making my book affordable at $11.00.

Thanks a bunch for taking the time to answer my questions.  

Sandi






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