If you are a new author who is struggling to determine which publishing path is right you, self-published author Jonathan Bardzik can offer some sound advice. First and foremost, you must be strategic. This means understanding your publishing goals...

It's an exciting time to be a writer. Digital technology has opened up a new world of opportunities for authors, including self-publishing. Author Wendy Tokunaga talks about the publishing landscape today and how self publishing one of her books helped...

Publishers expect more from authors these days. Kristin Mehus-Roe, executive director of Publishing Initiatives with Girl Friday Productions, discusses what publishers look for in new authors so that you can stand out from the competition and get that...

An unexpected bonus of self-publishing a book: it can lead to an often lucrative traditional publishing deal. Alan Rinzler, who has been an editor and publisher for 46 years describes how self-publishing reveals author character, commitment and work...

Author Allie Pleiter did not follow the typical process of finding an agent to get connected with her traditional publisher, Harlequin. She'd written and independently published both main stream romance and parenting books, and then Harlequin approached...

Publishers expect more from authors these days. Kristin Mehus-Roe, executive director of Publishing Initiatives with Girl Friday Productions, discusses what publishers look for in new authors so that you can stand out from the competition and get that...

Pete Nikolai, Director of Backlist Development and Publishing Services at Thomas Nelson, shares his thoughts on why self publishing is a great option for new authors.

Pete Nikolai, Director of Backlist Development and Publishing Services at Thomas Nelson, shares his thoughts on why self publishing is a great option for new authors. Click here to play this audio clip

Agent Jenny Bent explains how to get a literary agent and book publisher and the advantages of self publishing, including the ability to find an audience for a quirky book.