Traditional Publishing after Self-Publishing Many an author and aspiring author has asked themselves whether they should put all their efforts into securing a conventional book deal from a traditional publisher, or whether they should proceed with the self-publishing process. But what if it’s not a question of self-publishing versus traditional […]

How Much Does It Cost to Self-Publish a Book? Writing a book is a huge accomplishment. And once you’ve completed your masterpiece, it’s time to publish! Many writers consider self-publishing if they’re just starting out. It’s a great way to establish yourself as a serious author. And before you decide […]

So you wrote a book. Now you’re ready to put it into the public’s hands. Book marketing can be daunting. But with a targeted audience and solid plan, your sales will soar! Here’s your guide to marketing your book. Let’s dive in! Marketing self-published books vs. traditionally published books In […]

What Is a Literary Agent? A literary agent can catapult your book to success. They can help establish you as a professional author—and a good agent can even make a name for you on the global market! Most publishing companies won’t even look at unsolicited manuscripts. If you submit your […]

Benefits of Choosing a US-Based Publishing Company If you’re here, then you’ve either finished your book or you’re about ready to. That’s a huge achievement—congratulations! But don’t kick your feet up just yet. There are still some steps to take to get your book into the hands of your future […]

We get it—proofreading is the last thing you want to do after the long process of writing your book. Now that you have a manuscript and you’ve done your editing (including developmental editing, line editing, and copyediting), it feels like it’s time to be done. And by using a professional […]

Differences Between Self-Publishing and Traditional Publishing If you’re writing a book, it’s crucial to know the difference between your two main publication options: self publishing vs. traditional publishing. Both new authors and more established ones are increasingly turning to self publishing (or “indie publishing”) to release their new titles. Unlike […]

No matter if it’s your first or fiftieth manuscript, books require comprehensive editing before publishing for everything from plot flow to precision grammar. (Comma, or no comma? That’s always the question). To end up with a quality edited manuscript, it’s important to avoid taking shortcuts. And using a line editing […]