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How Bad Publishers Hurt Authors

Jane Friedman

My second novel was going to be published! When New York City–based Adelaide Books offered me a contract to publish Painting Through the Dark , it set my heart racing in a good way. I asked around—friends who were published authors, others with knowledge of independent publishing. It was the end of August 2020.

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20 Benefits of Publishing a Blog Post Every Day

Credible Content

20 benefits of publishing a blog post every day. Blogging has become an integral part of online communication and content creation. Publishing daily demonstrates valuable and fresh content, positively impacting search rankings. Consistent publishing builds audience loyalty and increases repeat visits.

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Novel Marketing And Christian Publishing With Thomas Umstattd Jr.

The Creative Penn

What are some of the most effective ways to market your book? This podcast is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life , which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo eco-system. What strategies have remained the same despite the rise of new tactics? Thomas Umstattd Jr. Thomas Umstattd Jr.

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

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Writing and publishing e-books for personal branding. What Is E-Book Writing and Publishing? E-book writing and publishing refers to the process of creating, formatting, and distributing electronic books, also known as e-books. Marketing and Promotion Effective marketing and promotion play a vital role in e-book publishing.

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When Your Publisher Gets the Cover Wrong—Very Wrong

Jane Friedman

Cole ( @JoniBCole ) This story starts about eight years ago, with the arrival of a much anticipated email from the publishing house where the first edition of my book, Good Naked: How to Write More, Write Better, and Be Happier , was in production. This story comes to mind as I think about feedback during the publishing process.

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Book Publishing Jobs: 9 Credible Ways To Make A Profit By Living Your Dreams

Make a Living Writing

If you’re here, chances are that you love reading and book publishing jobs are up there in your list of dream careers. In this article, we’ll look at nine different book publishing jobs you could secure, the skills you need, and what kind of pay you could earn. Not all book publishing jobs include this aspect.

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How Smaller Organisms Adapt to Amazon in the Self-Publishing Ecosystem

Jane Friedman

I’ve had a couple of experiences over the past six months or so that have provided some intriguing glimpses at how publishing services are trying to make even just a little more money, while the behemoth Amazon dominates search and sales in self-publishing. Amazon.ca: paperback $21.09; hardcover $39.70 And on it goes like that.