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Additional Reviews: Query Critique December 2024

Dec 11, 2022 – Understanding Publishing

Additional critiques from Reedsy's December 2024 query letter session. Read more →

Free Download: The Insider’s Guide to Querying [Ebook]

Nov 17, 2022 – Understanding Publishing

Download our Insider Guide to Querying for top tips and querying strategies from top editors and literary agents. Read more →

What is a Literary Agent, and How Can They Help You Publish?

Nov 04, 2022 – Understanding Publishing

What makes a literary agent so valuable to an author? Find out what agents do, how they collaborate with authors, and how they get paid in this guide. Read more →

How to Self-Publish a Romance Novel: Love is in the Air

Oct 28, 2022 – Understanding Publishing

Learn how to self-publish a romance novel with insider tips from bestselling indie authors. Read more →

What’s the Cost of Publishing a Book on Amazon?

Oct 14, 2022 – Understanding Publishing

Is it really free to publish on KDP? Let's take a look at the hidden (and not-so-hidden) costs for publishing on Amazon. Read more →

How to Make Money by Writing Books: 8 Tips for Success

Aug 30, 2022 – Understanding Publishing

If you want to be an author who makes a living from books, here are eight tips to help you make money as a writer. Read more →

How Much Does It Cost to Publish a Children’s Book?

Jul 20, 2022 – Understanding Publishing

A breakdown of all the costs involved with publishing a children's book, from editing, to design, to printing and more. Read more →

What is an Imprint? A Division of a Larger Publisher

Jun 28, 2022 – Understanding Publishing

We’ve asked three Reedsy editors with experience working for ‘Big 5’ publishers, and compiled everything you need to know about imprints in this post. Read more →