The self-publishing industry is bigger than ever, and many authors are now contemplating going this route. But how do you know if it’s the right path for you? Self vs. Traditional Publishing The distinction between these two paths is pretty straightforward: In self-publishing, the author publishes the work themselves. They typically hire professional freelancers to…
As I write this, I’ve been seeing more discourse online about the differences between “fantasy romance” and “romantic fantasy” as subgenres. This discourse has largely been between readers, which I think is amazing! It can really help the Bookstagram and BookTok communities as they continue spreading the word about so many amazing books. But I…
When you queue up a TV show, movie, or even video game, you’re usually prompted with some kind of rating system or potentially even a warning. The rating might be something like “M for Mature” or “This show contains content that some viewers may find disturbing. Viewer discretion is advised.” These warnings and ratings help…
You’ve finished your manuscript. You’ve drafted, revised, self-edited, and reviewed it again. If you’re looking to publish, the work doesn’t stop there—especially if you’re planning to go the self-publishing route. After all of your hard work, it’s time for professional editing! Editors aren’t just there to mark up your manuscript with a digital red pen.…
Working with an editor is a crucial part of the writing and publishing process. Book editors are there to help you make your manuscript the best it can be. Let’s break down what book editors can help with and what they don’t usually do. What will editors do for your manuscript? There are different types…
Hello, writers! Hannah here. This week, Desiree Villena, a writer with Reedsy, is sharing five tools for indie authors. You can learn more about Desiree at the end of this post. Almost everyone has, at some point in their life, dreamt of writing a book — but few actually follow through and do it. Why?…
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