https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/en-USTelligent Community 10https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8084/how-to-recognize-a-publishing-scam-and-avoid-itTue, 31 Mar 2026 18:53:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:3fa3c79d-a88f-4ef9-ae78-faf9c80bec1bKeith OgorekUnfortunately, there is an increasing number of scammers out there targeting authors with false claims and promises, and some even pretending to be someone they are not. So, how can you tell the difference between a scam and a legitimate opportunity for your book? In this session, ALC President Keith Ogorek gives you sure-fire ways to immediately recognize a scammer by the claims and promises they make, the job titles they use, and whom they say they represent. In addition, he explains how the publishing industry and Hollywood companies actually work so you can tell if the person contacting you is offering a legitimate opportunity or just trying to scam you. Here is the handout referenced in the session: www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../ALC_2D00_Publishing-Scams-Handout-2026.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../HowtoRecognizeaPublishingScamandAvoidIt033126.mp4 About the Presenter: As an industry thought leader, Keith has helped drive a number of significant innovations in the self-publishing industry and is featured in the book, 'Innovation--How Innovators Think, Act and Change Our World'. He has helped launch and operate supported self-publishing imprints for traditional publishers and Fuzeframe, which identifies and options self-published books for development in Hollywood. Keith has authored several books and has written a number of helpful white papers including ‘The POEM Method of Book Marketing’, the '4 Paths to Publishing' and 'Three Phases of an Effective Book Marketing Campaign'. You will also find him speaking at leading industry events such as Singapore Writer’s Festival, California Creative Writers Conference, LatinX Storytellers Conference, Archway New York Writer’s Workshop, and Hay House Book Writers Boot Camp just to name a few. In addition, he is a regular webinar presenter for The Author Learning Center.fictionNonfictionRecorded Webinarhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8466/9-things-i-wish-i-d-known-before-self-publishing-5-booksThu, 15 Jan 2026 21:00:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:725a3cd8-b06d-4932-84c9-c93b11dc92d6Keith OgorekSelf-publishing a book is an exciting journey, but it’s also full of surprises that many authors don’t discover until they’re already too deep into the process. In this session, ALC President Keith Ogorek reviews 9 key lessons he’s learned as a self-published author, that every writer should understand before writing and publishing a book. He discusses: • How manuscript word count and reading level can impact your book’s success • Setting realistic expectations about the time and effort it will take • The 4 publishing paths available to authors and how to choose the best path for you and your book • The keys to effective book marketing and when it should start • How becoming an author opens doors to all kinds of opportunities • Most importantly, why it is worth becoming an author • And more! Whether you’re drafting your first chapter or preparing to hit “publish,” this webinar will equip you with the insights, clarity, and confidence to move forward with valuable knowledge and renewed purpose. Here is the handout referenced in the session: www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../ALC-Handout_5F00_9-Things-Before-Publishing_5F00_Ogorek.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../9ThingsIWishIdKnownBeforeSelfPublishing5Books.mp4 About the Presenter: As an industry thought leader, Keith has helped drive a number of significant innovations in the self-publishing industry and is featured in the book, 'Innovation--How Innovators Think, Act and Change Our World'. He has helped launch and operate supported self-publishing imprints for traditional publishers and Fuzeframe, which identifies and options self-published books for development in Hollywood. Keith has authored several books and has written a number of helpful white papers including ‘The POEM Method of Book Marketing’, the '4 Paths to Publishing' and 'Three Phases of an Effective Book Marketing Campaign'. You will also find him speaking at leading industry events such as Singapore Writer’s Festival, California Creative Writers Conference, LatinX Storytellers Conference, Archway New York Writer’s Workshop, and Hay House Book Writers Boot Camp just to name a few. In addition, he is a regular webinar presenter for The Author Learning Center.fictionNonfictionRecorded Webinarhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/7247/4-ways-to-publish-a-book-in-2026Wed, 31 Dec 2025 15:26:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:f86c94b3-4d91-417f-8d86-26b0ad9462f5Author Learning CenterThere’s never been a better time to publish a book! Fifteen years ago, the only way to publish a book was through a literary agent and a traditional publishing house. It was a highly competitive market, saturated with thousands of query letters and writers hoping their manuscripts would stand out from the crowd. Since then, multiple new opportunities have risen for authors to get their books published thanks to the rise in self-publishing . Once considered inferior in the publishing industry for delivering half-baked books, self-publishing has stepped up its game to prove that anyone with a great idea can become an author. It’s important to remember that publishing is not a one-size-fits-all approach. While you may know many self-published authors, or think only traditionally published authors can be successful, the truth is that different publishing methods work best for different authors, books, budgets, and goals. The only way to publish a book correctly is to do the necessary research and make the best choice for YOU. Thankfully, with so many options available, it’s relatively easy to learn about and discover the type of publishing that’s best for you and your book. Here are the four ways you can publish your book in 2026. 1. Traditional Publishing Many first-time authors who are looking to publish a book think traditional publishing with a well-known publishing house is the only way to become a successful author. Others think the barrier to entry with this publishing option is too difficult. Therefore, they have no chance of making it through. Neither of these assumptions are 100% correct. Traditional publishing can be challenging , but that doesn’t mean it’s not a viable option. Many authors find success through this method; it can just require a lot of time and effort to find the right agent or publishing house who is willing to take a chance on you and your book. The “typical” method of traditional publishing is to send a query letter or finished manuscript to literary agents or publishing houses to propose your idea for publication. If they select your book, you’ll receive an upfront advance for the rights to your work, enter into a contract with the publishing house, and they will take care of editing, designing, and distributing your book. “Every agent is different; they want things differently. Some accept emails. Some want it, believe it or not, mailed. Some want an outline and one chapter. Some want an entire book proposal or an entire manuscript.” – Robert Yehling in Tips for Successfully Pitching an Agent or Publisher One of main perks of traditional publishing is that most everything is taken care of by the publishing house: publishing and printing costs, copyright and legal services, and some book marketing. You will have some involvement, such as re-writes and interviews or signings. The biggest drawback to this method that makes some authors prefer not to publish traditionally is that the publisher is assigned the rights to your book, meaning you will lose some of the ownership to your work. If you want full control over edits, the cover, distribution, and marketing, traditional publishing is probably not the right choice for you. However, this is the only publishing method that will give you money upfront for the rights to your work. If you don’t have the money to print and distribute your book on your own, traditional publishing could be your best bet. Do keep in mind, though, that when it comes to your book’s sales, traditional publishing companies will take a percentage of your generated revenue. The amount will depend on each individual publishing house and its policies. 2. Do it Yourself (DIY) Publishing Just like it sounds, DIY publishing is a form of self-publishing that gives the author complete control of the publishing process. In this method of publishing, you’ll be the one to do and coordinate everything: formatting of your book, designing a book cover, finding a business to print your book (unless you choose to go the eBook route), and implementing a marketing strategy to promote your book. While this can sound overwhelming for some writers, others love being a part of every piece of the publishing process. The best part about publishing a book yourself is that you own everything from the legal rights to the revenue you earn. You make every decision and you are a part of every conversation. You are the one pouring over edits and coordinating book signings. It’s all up to you. “It also puts all of the pressure on you. How well you do will depend on any number of factors…How much time can you dedicate to it? Can you multi-task? Will you enjoy it? Can you do it even if you don’t? If you don’t do it yourself, how much can you budget for outsourcing the services?” – Suzette Conway in Book Marketing: The DIY Decision The biggest struggle authors face when publishing a book with this method is the time and cost it takes. If you’re going into this with little knowledge of the publishing process, doing everything yourself will be very difficult. You’ll need to know where your skills lie, how to deal with vendors, and know how to stick within a budget. Remember, publishing a book is never free, especially with DIY. You’ll have to consider the cost of everything from book printing to obtaining an ISBN numbers to copyrighting your work. If you plan to go the DIY route, make sure you have a financial strategy prepared. 3. General Contractor Publishing Similar to DIY, general contractor publishing is a form a self-publishing where YOU have the control. The difference with this method is that instead of doing everything yourself, you hire independent contractors who can provide the services you need (and want) for your book. This is a great option if you want control, but are not totally knowledgeable about every aspect of the publishing process. In this case, you’ll hire an editor to improve your writing and a graphic designer to create a book cover and interior rather than doing it yourself. Remember, the number of contractors you work with will determine how expensive the initial costs will be before you publish your book. General contractor publishing gives you the opportunity to choose the parts of book publishing you want to personally handle and which parts you’ll want a third party professional to handle. Here’s a basic overview of the services you could hire a general contractor to help you coordinate: “The financial investment of this path will depend on the vendors you choose, but because they are all independent of each other, the cost will easily stack up as you hire more—and more experienced—vendors.” – the ALC in What is General Contractor Publishing? If you’re considering self-publishing, one helpful thing to do is to separate these publishing tasks into three categories: what you can do, what you could learn how to do, and what you definitely can’t do. Everything you know you won’t be able to do, you can outsource to one or more independent contractors. Take the time to research tasks you think you could learn how to do on your own. It might take some time, but in the long run, it could be worth it. 4. Supported Self-Publishing Supported self-publishing takes the idea of a general contractor to the next level, with a little less of the stress. Instead of picking and choosing the tasks you want to outsource to professionals, supported self-publishing companies bundle tasks and services into various packages that you can choose from. The types of services you want will determine how expensive each package will be. For example, a publishing package to edit and print copies of your book may not be as expensive as a package that includes additional marketing, sales, and design services. It all depends on what you want and what is most important to you. “[Supported self-publishing has] evolved to offer a full-range of services, so no matter what an author would need in pre-publication, during publication, or marketing their book, supported self-publishing companies have that available.” – Keith Ogorek in The Evolution of Supported Self-Publishing The biggest benefit of supported self-publishing is that you’re given several publishing options to choose from while still retaining ownership of your book. Not only do you have control, but you’re able to utilize professionals who have already been vetted for you. Another benefit is that there’s much less of a chance for you to go over your budget. Because you are choosing a package, you will know upfront how much the services will cost. Your biggest decision with this publishing route will be choosing the best self-publishing company for you. They all likely offer different types of packages at different price points and some may allow for more customization than others. Take care in choosing a publishing services company that is well-networked, offers the services you need to reach your goals, and ultimately makes the most sense for you. Publish Your Book this Year! Publishing a book is a big deal for those who have always dreamed of writing a book. You don’t want to jump into it without taking care to ensure you’re making the best decisions and having the best experience from beginning to end. Take some time to think about what you want out of the process. What are your goals for your book? How much time and money do you have to invest in this dream? How much control do you want to have over the process? Once you take some time to think about your own goals, one of these publishing options will likely stand out as the best choice for you. What type to publishing path are you going to take this year? Let us know in the comments!articlehttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8458/traditional-vs-self-publishing-which-is-the-best-option-for-youWed, 12 Nov 2025 13:31:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:02e2c946-df63-4fdb-b582-7980c923b6cdKeith OgorekIndustry changes have made it one of the best times to be an author, but also one of the most confusing given all of the different publishing options available. In this session, Author Learning Center President Keith Ogorek reviews the four primary publishing paths and explains the benefits and challenges of each option. Attendees learn about the DIY, General Contractor and supported self-publishing paths. Plus, what it takes to pursue traditional publishing. Discover how these book publishing options differ from another, the amount of responsibility and control you have with each, and ultimately, which path may be the best fit for you, your budget, and your book. Here is the handout referenced in the session: www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../ALC-Handout_5F00_Traditional-vs-Self_5F00_Ogorek.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../TraditionalorSelfPublishingWhichisthebestoptionforyou.mp4 About the Presenter: As an industry thought leader, Keith has helped drive a number of significant innovations in the self-publishing industry and is featured in the book, 'Innovation--How Innovators Think, Act and Change Our World'. He has helped launch and operate supported self-publishing imprints for traditional publishers and Fuzeframe, which identifies and options self-published books for development in Hollywood. Keith has authored several books and has written a number of helpful white papers including ‘The POEM Method of Book Marketing’, the '4 Paths to Publishing' and 'Three Phases of an Effective Book Marketing Campaign'. You will also find him speaking at leading industry events such as Singapore Writer’s Festival, California Creative Writers Conference, LatinX Storytellers Conference, Archway New York Writer’s Workshop, and Hay House Book Writers Boot Camp just to name a few. In addition, he is a regular webinar presenter for The Author Learning Center.fictionNonfictionRecorded Webinarhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/using-a-pen-name/8396/why-do-i-need-a-pen-name?CommentId=40168099-69fc-44b9-8599-790814f7c7b7Sat, 08 Nov 2025 00:26:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:40168099-69fc-44b9-8599-790814f7c7b7Lorie BaileyMine is going to be Avieanne Ruehttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/using-a-pen-name/8396/why-do-i-need-a-pen-name?CommentId=06ec7d5a-86f6-4226-8f8e-2ee48bdda19aSat, 08 Nov 2025 00:22:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:06ec7d5a-86f6-4226-8f8e-2ee48bdda19aLorie BaileyI think a cool name makes it excitinghttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8439/how-much-do-you-know-about-lynn-painter-s-publishing-journeyMon, 23 Jun 2025 15:25:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:ef62e0c1-f5ba-4111-bef7-2ff1a76cd439Lynn PainterNew York Times bestselling author Lynn Painter shares her journey from knowing almost nothing about writing fiction, to writing bestsellers. For more on this author visit: https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Lynn-Painter/168268126 . www.youtube.com/watchfictionTeen & Young Adultvideoromance & eroticahttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8438/moses-ose-utomi-s-publishing-journeyMon, 09 Jun 2025 15:32:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:056e4b2a-4f77-4dd0-b6f1-a23b85ed274cMoses Ose UtomiMoses Ose Utomi shares his writing career and how he overcame the fear of sharing his writing with others and receiving negative feedback. In his West African–inspired young adult fantasy sequel to Daughters of Oduma , an elite female fighter and her found family of sisters battle gods and monsters for their existence. To learn more about this author visit https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Moses-Ose-Utomi/190095868 . www.youtube.com/watchfictionTeen & Young AdultvideoScience Fiction & Fantasyhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8411/publishing-options-available-to-authors-and-the-pros-and-cons-of-eachFri, 06 Dec 2024 19:37:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:987ab115-7c97-4af6-be9e-d47c944b57aeDavid HancockThere are more publishing options than ever before for authors, so it's important to be aware of the pros and cons of each option. Morgan James Publishing founder David Hancock says there are three primary paths authors can take: 1) Traditional 2) Self 3) Hybrid With traditional publishing, you may be required to have agent representation, and you are signing over your book rights to the publisher. Authors typically have little control in the creative process and time line, but do receive the credibility and opportunities that come with being published by a traditional publishing house. With self-publishing, authors have complete creative freedom and control, but it's up to the author to ensure the book is high quality and well-edited. The big advantage of self-publishing is that authors can usually earn higher royalties on book sales. The main disadvantage of self-publishing is the lack of credibility and support. Hybrid publishing is a blend of traditional and self-publishing. When signing with a hybrid publishing house like Morgan James Publishing, authors are able to maintain creative control while having access to the publisher's industry connections and credibility. No matter the chosen path, Hancock cautions authors to be prepared to do most, if not all, of the book marketing. www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../PublishingOptionsAvailabletoAuthorsandtheProsandConsofEach.mp4fictionNonfictionvideohttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8084/how-to-recognize-a-publishing-scam-and-avoid-it?CommentId=7f946d86-cf3e-40b8-94d1-55ac130b338eWed, 23 Oct 2024 16:44:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:7f946d86-cf3e-40b8-94d1-55ac130b338eVictoria Randleall i needed was one comment, thank you. I am canceling this free ALC stuff so they do not get me for the 9.99 next month and Archway Publishing will be getting blockedhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/using-a-pen-name/8396/why-do-i-need-a-pen-nameTue, 08 Oct 2024 19:42:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:2e76ba42-7626-4e87-93ab-60c61f294ba4L.E. PerezThere is an author in all of us. But is ours the name to put out into the world? Sometimes we have to consider our circumstances, the market and more in deciding what name to attach to a written body of work. In this webinar session, author L.E. Perez reviews not only the whys and wherefores, but also the potential benefits of using a pen name. Here is the handout referenced in the session: www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../Pen-Names_5F00_ALC_5F00_Perez-2024.pdf www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../WhyDoINeedaPenName.mp4 About the Presenter: Laura Perez is an author/publisher with Palmas Publishing and Manra Moon Press . She spent fifteen years working in Corrections and Victim Services while privately working on several novels. In 2010, she was given the opportunity to pursue two passions in life, writing and martial arts. She is a 4th-degree black belt who loves to write fight scenes and act them out for realism. She has published ten full-length novels and multiple short stories, has spearheaded several thriller anthologies with a group of Indie Authors called 'The Thrill of the Hunt' and 'The Thrill of the Heart'. In addition, LE is a Freelance Writing/Publishing Consultant for Macmillan and hosts the Legion of Writers Podcast.fictionNonfictionSubscriberRecorded Webinarhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8084/how-to-recognize-a-publishing-scam-and-avoid-it?CommentId=bc762ef6-c480-4b37-9f66-6fa9c3e61d8cFri, 23 Aug 2024 15:39:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:bc762ef6-c480-4b37-9f66-6fa9c3e61d8cBonnie RussellThank you so much for your quick response. Your feedback is greatly appreciated!https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8084/how-to-recognize-a-publishing-scam-and-avoid-it?CommentId=a39365b9-36eb-4fbd-a222-f01e6a4487fbFri, 23 Aug 2024 15:34:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:a39365b9-36eb-4fbd-a222-f01e6a4487fbKeith Ogorek100% they are. They have been in business for almost 20 years and published nearly 20,000 authorshttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8084/how-to-recognize-a-publishing-scam-and-avoid-it?CommentId=6a40ac68-06cf-4c3e-b690-da0ffe188dd8Fri, 23 Aug 2024 14:37:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:6a40ac68-06cf-4c3e-b690-da0ffe188dd8Bonnie RussellSo, is West Bow Press a legitimate publishing company ? I recently submitted my manuscript.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8084/how-to-recognize-a-publishing-scam-and-avoid-it?CommentId=7172f6d0-b24c-42d3-97b1-11f633064079Sat, 17 Feb 2024 00:12:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:7172f6d0-b24c-42d3-97b1-11f633064079Joseph BelfieldHow can I find funding without all the scammers looking to gain off my helplessness ???https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8320/considerations-when-choosing-the-best-publishing-path-for-a-bookWed, 20 Dec 2023 21:29:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:bd4d1dc5-da35-4ef9-ad0d-226a29931960Pete NikolaiAuthors have many publishing options these days, which can make choosing the best path for a book difficult. Some authors initially think a traditional publishing path where they get a book contract, an advance, and royalties, is the best route. Traditional publishers will provide extensive editing, design, and marketing support, which is a big advantage. While this path may be ideal for most authors, it can be challenging to get representation and land a publishing deal, and some things are out of an author's control on this path. If this path doesn't pan out, Director of Publishing Services at HarperCollins Christian Publishing Pete Nikolai recommends looking at one of four other options: 1) Do-it-yourself publishing where the author does everything themselves. 2) General contractor publishing where the author hires out the various needs to contractors, depending on their skills. 3) Assisted self-publishing where the author purchases service packages from a company. 4) Hybrid publishing where a traditional publishing imprint offers self-publishing services. The further you get away from traditional publishing, he says, the more work the author has to do. Nikolai recommends assessing your goals and skills to determine how much you want to learn and do in the process. You can then pick the publishing option that best complements your goals and skills. www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../ConsiderationsWhenChoosingtheBestPublishingPathforaBook.mp4fictionNonfictionvideohttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8289/creative-nonfiction-defined-and-where-to-find-publishing-opportunitiesFri, 15 Sep 2023 19:56:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:2049a7a4-e1d6-44ea-b419-42561fb506a6Leah McNaughton LedermanAuthor and editor Leah McNaughton Lederman says the category of creative nonfiction includes genres like memoir, personal essay, travel writing, food writing, and more. The writing is based around true stories and real experiences and uses the literary conventions of fiction. For example, the people in your life become characters and you, yourself, are often the main character. In addition, your memories become scenes in the story. For creative nonfiction to be compelling, Lederman believes it must rely on more than just facts. It must integrate the authors own perspective and voice. There are many markets for creative nonfiction and several outlets that exclusively feature this type of work. Lederman recommends looking at submitting to Creative Nonfiction Magazine, Brevity Magazine, Hippocampus Magazine, River Teeth Journal, and others. Publishers will have calls for creative nonfiction that vary in length - book length, essay form, or even flash nonfiction and micro memoir. www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../CreativeNonfictionDefinedandWheretoFindPublishingOpportunities.mp4Biographies & MemoirShort StoriesSelf-HelpReligious & InspirationalNonfictionvideohttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8084/how-to-recognize-a-publishing-scam-and-avoid-it?CommentId=4570b9e1-9160-4eca-937c-41e92aa5d56aMon, 11 Sep 2023 00:52:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:4570b9e1-9160-4eca-937c-41e92aa5d56aAmy Nicole Stewartok, these reviews you link to are nothing like the ones on trustpilot, BBB, or Google and a quick google search will give several testimonies and viewpoiints which do not support what you or these reviews are saying. I was not given a choice about signing up for ALC, nor did I authorize my cc information with you all. I will be reporting this one to my credit card company as well since there is no clear way to cancel the subscription you alll are participating in predatory practices. If you read about true experiences with Archway you will see. I am so grateful I did not give them all of my intelectual property, I am also grateful that American Express did their research and also concluded they misled me. Once my payments were received I did not get any of the concierge services promised and that was when I began researching. I was so dumb to think that because they claim to be part of Simon and Schuster I could blindly trust them. this is a predatory company that does not provide the services they claim you are paying for and there are things like pricing control that are not typically part of self-publsihing. it's all very ugly and you are a part of it. It's not at all okay and everyone should be wary.https://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8276/how-the-amazon-kindle-unlimited-program-can-benefit-authorsFri, 01 Sep 2023 19:02:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:7b2a9349-c8fd-48a1-af03-685be3432ebdAleatha RomigAuthors have many options when it comes to selling books online and one of the largest bookselling platforms is Amazon. For authors, Amazon offers two programs through the Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing program - the standard program and the exclusive KDP Select program. When authors choose to sign up exclusively with Amazon, their books are available in the Kindle Unlimited program. This is a subscription-based program for readers that allows them to read as many Kindle Unlimited books as they want for a small monthly fee. New York Times bestselling romance author Aleatha Romig fought participating in the Kindle Select program for years because you can't sell your books outside of Amazon when you sign up, and she had a decent reader base on platforms like Apple and Nook. Ultimately, the benefits of Kindle Select outweighed the downside for her eBooks. Authors make higher royalties through Kindle Select, their books are available through Kindle Unlimited, and, romance readers are voracious readers. There is a large community of budget-conscious readers that would prefer to pay a little over $10 a month to read unlimited books rather than paying $6+ per book. While this exclusive program may not work for all authors, it has worked well for her romance books. www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../HowtheAmazonKindleUnlimitedProgramCanBenefitAuthors.mp4fictionNonfictionthrillervideoSuspenseromance & eroticamysteryhttps://www.authorlearningcenter.com/publishing/preparation/w/choosing-a-path/8269/opportunities-for-writers-of-short-nonfiction-and-poetryFri, 18 Aug 2023 19:00:00 GMT809ccca5-04d2-44bf-8f5c-ff0a6d33c80b:12c18b10-4a97-4ed3-b67e-9e503d75b626Donna Arthur DownsIf you have a portfolio of short work such as short stories, personal essays, or poetry, Professor and author Donna Arthur Downs recommends trying to get this work published. It can sometimes be easier to find publishing opportunities for short work than full-length books, she says. Downs herself took a freelance writing class where she had to learn to search for these types of opportunities through platforms such as DuoTrope, Submittable, and Google. Before searching for opportunities, Downs says it's important to understand who the audience is for the work in question. In other words, who will want to read what you have to say? To find a readership, Downs recommends focusing on "evergreen" themes that are always appealing to readers — things that tug on the heart and emotional things that will connect with readers. This approach will allow you to write in the most compelling way possible, increasing your chances of getting published. www.authorlearningcenter.com/.../OpportunitiesforWritersofShortNonfictionandPoetry.mp4fictionShort StoriesReligious & InspirationalPoetryNonfictionReligion & Spiritualityvideo