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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 →

Types of Poems: 15 Poetry Forms You Need to Know

Feb 07, 2022 – Perfecting your Craft

If you don't know your odes from your epics, we'll show you the 15 types of poems that all readers should know. Read more →

How to Copyright a Book in 7 Simple Steps [Updated 2025]

Feb 04, 2022 – Understanding Publishing

Need to know how to copyright a book? Check out this 7-step guide and download the free resource. Read more →

The Elements of a Book Cover: A Deeper Dive

Jan 21, 2022 – Book Design

Why are book covers the way they are? We reveal the role that each element of a book cover play, from the title to the back cover blurb Read more →

What Is Symbolism? Definition and Examples

Jan 03, 2022 – Perfecting your Craft

Symbols are used to represent important ideas in books, films, and more. Learn all about symbolism in literature here, complete with classic examples! Read more →

Affect vs. Effect: How To Always Pick the Right Word

Dec 29, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft, Book Marketing

Learn three memory tricks to ensure you'll never again confuse 'affect' and 'effect'. Read more →

How to Find an Illustrator to Bring Your Children’s Book to Life

Dec 21, 2021 – Book Design

Learn how to find an illustrator for your children's book and give your story the visuals it deserve in 5 crucial steps! Read more →

5 Query Critiques from Editors and Agents

Dec 06, 2021 – Understanding Publishing

Get the inside scoop on writing a query letter agents will love — and learn about what a query letter review can do for you — with 5 query critiques from the professionals. Read more →

Please Steal These Ideas! 30 Things to Write About

Dec 03, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

If you're tired of staring at a blank sheet, check out these 30 things to write about. Feel free to steal these ideas! Read more →

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