You’ve written the book – the next step is getting it to readers, whether via bookshops, online or digital download. Generally depending on which route to publication is chosen, there is a trade off between control and cost. You should consider also whether you want your book in hardbook, paperback or ebook and how important […]
Networking
Beginning to start lecturing
Do you love talking about your favourite subject? If so, then with a bit of help you too can stand up in front of a crowd (of interested people) and let others know what you’ve found out through your research. With the help of Powerpoint (or similar software) it has become very easy to create […]
Keeping going as an independent scholar
It’s hard. You’re slogging away on your pet topic – you love the research – but not the lack of attention! What is the best way to keep yourself positive and enjoy the research? First, remember why you started doing this – the love and interest in your subject. Secondly, I hope you’ve published something […]
Developing yourself as an independent researcher/ scholar
The first step is to connect with others. There are many different kinds of networks: by profession (e.g. engineers), by subject (e.g. numismatics), by function (e.g.. self publishing, statistics), by type (e.g. academic, independent scholar). Find out are there any groups in your geographical area or country and join up. Libraries and archives are good places […]
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