How to Publish a Novel Using Free and Open Source Software

Discover the complete process of publishing a novel using only free and open source software in this 32-minute tutorial from Awesome Open Source. Learn how to utilize LibreOffice for manuscript creation and formatting, Nextcloud for document sharing with editors, and open source AI tools for cover art design. Follow along as the presenter demonstrates the entire workflow from writing in LibreOffice Writer to creating an ePub file for distribution. The tutorial covers practical aspects of novel publishing including document formatting, collaboration with editors, file conversion, and preparing your book for multiple formats (eBook, paperback, and hardcover). Perfect for authors looking to publish their work without investing in expensive proprietary software.

Syllabus

00:00 Beginning
00:09 Introduction
01:18 Thanks to my Patrons over at Patreon Free copy of the book
02:52 The Open Source Software used for Creation
06:05 Using Nextcloud for Document Sharing Editor and Me
06:55 Using LibreOffice to make a MS Office Format Document
08:50 Using Open Source AI to Create my Cover Art
11:40 Opening my book in the browser
13:00 Working in LibreOffice on a Novel
20:55 Creating an EPub from LibreOffice Write
25:40 Getting my Book
28:40 Font for the Title