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When a publisher might not do as good a job as a self-publishing author

The Idea Logical Company

We’ve previously explored what I called “the end of the trade publishing concept” , which stems from the now wide-open opportunity to publish available to anybody with a computer and something to deliver as a book. That requirement cost publishers money, but also served to eliminate competition.

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Are you building an audience of real prospects, or an audience of readers?

Nick Ursborne

As freelancers we have to get out there and build an audience. Many of us do this through creating our own websites, publishing newsletters, writing articles and networking on social media sites. These are people who read our articles, our blog posts or even our Tweets. What kind of audience are you building?

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Hybrid Publishers and Paid Publishing Services: Red Flags to Watch For

Jane Friedman

on Unsplash Today’s post is by author Joel Pitney, founder of Launch My Book. “It I have no idea where my book is published.” These are just a few of the comments I’ve heard from authors sharing their experiences with the hybrid publishing companies they’ve chosen to work with. Photo by C. What royalties? Don’t get me wrong.

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Why Do Publishers Close Imprints?

Jane Friedman

Harlequin Teen (started in 2009) was relaunched as Inkyard in 2019, publishing both YA and middle-grade fiction. It’s only logical: Publishing is a business, and if the imprint doesn’t earn its keep, there’s only so long it can continue. Publicist Kathleen Schmidt , who has had a long career in traditional publishing, agrees. “If

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Tips for Writing, Publishing, and Promoting an E-book to Build Your Personal Brand

Credible Content

Writing and publishing e-books for personal branding. These digital publications not only allow you to share your knowledge with a wider audience but also help establish you as a thought leader in your industry. What Is E-Book Writing and Publishing? This ensures that readers can access the e-book on their preferred devices.

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How to Write a Blog Post with Unique Insights

Credible Content

Writing blog posts with useful insights There are millions of blog posts published every day. On top of that, people are writing entry level blog posts using ChatGPT and Bard from Google by the dozens every day. By publishing unique insights that your readers will not find anywhere else.

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How to Write Blog Posts Faster: 23 Easy Ways To Get Your Content Published

Bramework

Understanding how to write blog posts faster is key to maximizing a business’s growth and success. THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS. Keep reading to learn how to write blog posts faster with 23 of my best tips to increase productivity. Keep a blog post checklist (or cheatsheet) on hand to make the most of your time.