In the first of our new “VookMaking the eBook” series, we look at Manoush Zomorodi’s VookMaker-produced eBook Camera Ready, a brilliant piece dedicated to preparing readers for all aspects of being on camera.

“Be interesting, be intelligent, say it well and you will be heard.  That’s what Camera Ready will help you do,” writes Joshua Spanier, Director of Media at Google.  Manoush uses her years of experience—as a producer and reporter for BBC News, Reuters Television, and other media outlets—to prepare anyone for getting in front of the camera. 

To enhance the eBook, Manoush includes videos of both herself and influential experts in the media.  On top of this, the author includes hyperlinks to videos online.  When Manoush discusses where interviewers should direct their vision on screen (to the guest), a hyperlink takes the reader to a Larry King interview on YouTube. 

Manoush’s vision began when she heard our CEO, Brad Inman, speak at a conference a couple years ago.  She loved the idea of self-publishing an eBook enhanced with video.  When it came time to publish, she asked, “I had the writing and I had the videos.  Now what?”  Enter Adam Schnapper and Jeffrey Yozwiak, two of our expert VookMakers.

Adam loved working with Manoush and building her eBook (see his beginning stages below and the finished product to the left).  The author left the design in his hands.  “I was happy with that,” notes Adam, “because if there were ever a problem, we could adjust it.  I based the design of her eBook off of her website so that the branding was consistent.”

Jeffrey adds: “As one of our first VookMaker clients, Manoush helped us instigate our standard practices today, including how we communicate with authors throughout the process and how we market their books after.”  Our VookMakers can provide the same experience for you.

Check out Camera Ready and get your free VookMaker consultation today!