Copyright 101: Protecting Your Rights in the Digital Age
“Do I need a copyright?” I’m always surprised by how many writers ask me that. Writing is hard work. Every author knows that. You put
“Do I need a copyright?” I’m always surprised by how many writers ask me that. Writing is hard work. Every author knows that. You put
Imprints are a big part of the publishing world for all authors, traditional and indie alike. But how you use an imprint depends on your
Publishing a book is a multistage journey that should be reflected in your budget. Although you can publish your work for free, that’s not a
Publishing your work is a multistage journey that should be reflected in your budget. It’s possible to publish a book with no financial outlays, but
It’s possible to publish a book for free; however, “free” would only apply in the sense that you didn’t exchange any funds. The investment of
A trade journal is a journal or magazine written for members of a particular profession. You’ve probably heard of medical journals, but did you know
Hybrid publishing has existed for decades and offers a new publication model for authors to consider. Although hybrid publishing is often confused with vanity presses
In the past, self-publishing has had some stigma associated with it. However, as online marketplaces and e-books have gained popularity over the years, self-publishing has
Self-publishing has steadily gained popularity since the ’90s. Once on-demand and digital publishing became more mainstream, the market opened up for more small presses and
One thing I love about writing is its flexibility. There’s more than one way to create content, work on a manuscript, or publish your work.
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