Understanding publishing

Understanding publishing is now easy thanks to insights from experts on our blog. This section of Reedsy's blog explores the rapidly changing face of publishing in the digital age.

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 →

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 →

How to Research Your Market: An Author's Guide [Checklist]

May 11, 2022 – Understanding Publishing

Ensure your book finds its readership even before you write a single word of it. Download our market research checklist for authors Read more →

How to Publish a Comic Book: An Indie Creator's Guide

Feb 18, 2022 – Understanding Publishing

In this post, we’ll talk about how to self-publish the very first issue of your comic book, and get fans champing at the bit for the next in the series. Read more →

How to Publish a Poetry Book: Immortalizing Your Verse

Feb 08, 2022 – Understanding Publishing

Drawing on Reedsy’s experience helping poets, we’ve put together a roadmap to help you publish your poetry book. Read more →

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