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My First Novel Was a New York Times Bestseller. I’m Self-Publishing My Third Novel Today.

Jane Friedman

The editor who took over, more interested in publishing nonfiction than fiction, politely passed. Published by Akashic Books, part of their Noir series, Denver Noir was the best group project I ever did. There are lots of editors out there, and I had a solid reputation and good sales numbers. But again, the passes arrived.

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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. The most straightforward explanation for imprint closures: lack of sufficient sales. 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.

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How to Create an Editorial Calendar That Will Streamline Your Content Strategy

Neil Patel

To be successful, your content plan must be actionable, and you need to publish content consistently. That’s where an editorial calendar comes in. We’re going to cover the basics, including how to create and manage your editorial calendar, and how it can help your content strategy grow. How to Create an Editorial Calendar.

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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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How to Create an Editorial Calendar That Drives Results

Contently

To create an editorial calendar that successfully moves leads further down the funnel, you’ll need more than a spreadsheet filled with topics and deadlines. A well-crafted, results-focused editorial calendar ensures your content efforts aren’t just a shot in the dark. The Anatomy of a Results-Focused Editorial Calendar 1.

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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

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

Make a Living Writing

Writers are often told to keep their day job until book sales take off, but what if you could find a day job in the industry you love? If you’re here, chances are that you love reading and book publishing jobs are up there in your list of dream careers. Not all book publishing jobs include this aspect.