The amount I spent self-publishing my book is average. According to the Write life, the average amount a writer spends on self-publishing a book falls between 200 and 300 hundred dollars. While according to Book Promotion, more experienced writers spend several thousand dollars on self-publishing services. I could have reduced my costs if I’d bought a cheaper cover and skipped hiring a proofreader. I could have also spent more money if I’d hired an editor or purchased a more expensive cover.