Keep track of your resources in a standard notebook with separate sections. Label the sections for easy reference: "Business Resources," "Editing Resources," "Production Resources" and "Marketing Resources." This will help you keep your resources and contacts at your fingertips when you need them.
Locate the business resources you will need to register your company as a business. If you self publish, you become a publisher as well as a writer. Resources to include in the business resource section of your book include the IRS, to apply for a tax ID number, and the United States Trademark Office, to ensure your company name and logo (if you have one) doesn't infringe upon any other company trademark (see Resources). You will also want to include contacts for attorneys who specialize in intellectual property law and the United States Copyright Office (see Resources).
Hire legitimate copy editors to go over your manuscripts--either a professional copy editor or a firm. As a self publisher, it is up to you to ensure quality of the work you publish. An on-staff editor or service can help you with this. The money you invest is a business expense and will pay off at tax time and will give your publishing company a reputation for quality books. There are many options available to you for finding a professional copy editor (see Resources).
Compile a list of reliable book production resources. Getting your books printed and selling them are a big part of self publishing. Reliable printers that specialize in printing and binding books and artists for supplying covers are essential. Use an online freelance artist directory and portfolios to find qualified cover artists (see Resources).