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.

Lulu Publishing Review: READ THIS Before You Use Them!

Apr 30, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Lulu Press helps self-publishing authors print and distribute their books, but are they really worth the cost? Learn all about Lulu publishing here. Read more →

How To Copyright A Book: A Definitive Guide

Apr 13, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Want to learn how to copyright a book? This essential guide includes an explainer video, a free infographic, and tips from practicing attorneys. Read more →

How to Write a Query Letter [+ Free Template]

Apr 06, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Learn how to write a query letter that will get an agent to request your manuscript. Includes an exclusive querying kit. Read more →

How to Publish a Poem: 3 Ways to Get Your Work in Front of Readers

Mar 27, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Publishing your poems is a big step, but it doesn't have to be scary! There's three main approaches, which we break down in this post. Read more →

Query Letter For Picture Books: Example & Template

Mar 05, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Follow these 6 steps to write a successful query letter for your next picture book. We include a practical example and extra tips from editors. Read more →

What is Hybrid Publishing? Expectations vs Reality

Mar 03, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

What is hybrid publishing, and how exactly is it different to vanity publishing? Find out everything you need to know here. Read more →

How to Translate Your Book in 6 Simple Steps

Feb 19, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Learn step-by-step how to translate your book. Find out which markets to enter, how to find book translators, and what goes into translating books. Read more →

CreateSpace is DEAD. Here's what you need to know.

Feb 06, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

CreateSpace, a print-on-demand service for self-published authors, recently merged with Amazon’s KDP Print. Here's what you need to know. Read more →

What is a Small Press? (And Should Authors Use Them?)

Feb 04, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

What exactly is a small press? We'll get into the pros and cons of working with one, and what you can expect when you ink a small press book deal. Read more →

What is Proofreading? Beginner's Guide to an Essential Edit

Jan 31, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

What is proofreading all about? In this post, find out what this task specifically involves and when writers can do it themselves. Read more →

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