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.

How to Publish a Cookbook in 6 Easy-As-Pie Steps

Aug 19, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Want to know how to publish a cookbook? Our 6-step guide is here to take you from amateur home cook to published master of the culinary arts. Read more →

Draft2Digital Review: Read This BEFORE You Publish

Aug 05, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Before you publish, be sure to check out some Draft2Digital reviews, including this one from the team at Reedsy. Read more →

How to Find an Editor Who's Perfect For Your Book

Jul 15, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

From identifying your needs to selecting the perfect professional for your project, here's how you can find an editor in 4 simple steps. Read more →

How to Publish a Nonfiction Book: Land a Book Deal in 5 Steps

Jul 13, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Think you know how to publish a nonfiction book? If all you’ve read about is querying novels, you may not be as prepared as you think. Read more →

Amazon KDP: A Writer’s Guide to Kindle Direct Publishing

Jul 06, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

A look at Amazon's KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing) platform with a focus on how it revolutionized publishing — and why some authors might choose to avoid it. Read more →

What is an Indie Author? All Your Questions Answered

Jun 26, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Is there a difference between an indie author and a self-published author? In this post, we look closer at the recent phenomenon of independent publishing. Read more →

How Much Does It Cost to Publish a Book in 2025?

Jun 23, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

We break down the average costs of editing, book design, marketing, and more publishing services based on more than 230,000 quotes from freelancers on Reedsy. Read more →

How to Publish a Short Story: 3 Ways to Reach New Readers

Jun 05, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Are you an aspiring author looking for ways to reach new readers? Try one of these 3 ways to publish short stories! Read more →

Writing a Non-Fiction Query Letter (+ Sample Query Letter)

Jun 02, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Learn how to write a non-fiction query letter that gets agents and editors excited. Includes a real example that got a book sold. Read more →

Poetry Submissions: Top Places To Submit Your Poems in 2024

May 25, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Get your foot in the door by submitting your poems to these 20 well-respected magazines accepting poetry submissions in 2024. Read more →

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