Understanding publishing
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30 Great Book Dedication Examples to Inspire Your Own
Apr 05, 2023 – Understanding Publishing
A list of 30 of the best book dedications in the business that'll have you crying, laughing, and crying laughing. Read more →
Expository Writing: The Craft of Sharing Information
Mar 02, 2023 – Understanding Publishing
Expository writing is a fundamental part of how we learn and make sense of the world. Learn all about it in this post. Read more →
Additional Reviews: Query Critique December 2025
Dec 11, 2022 – Understanding Publishing
Additional critiques from Reedsy's December 2025 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 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 →
Optimizing Your Blurb for Amazon (and Other Retailers)
May 30, 2022 – Understanding Publishing
FInd out how to turn your book's blurb into a powerful tool for selling more copies online. Read more →
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