The publishing industry is rife with terminology. For new authors, it can be tough to keep it all straight. One term you may have heard is advance review copy, or ARC. And to keep things interesting, there are many variations of the term, such as advance...

Nat Gertler, a publisher and editor, covers the gamut of expertise having written books, magazines, TV and comics. See how he built publicity for his work that led to other opportunities. Click here to play this audio clip

Agent Rita Rosenkranz shares her perspective that in today's ever changing publishing climate, agents don't have a choice, they must be informed about the changes and adapt in order to thrive in the industry.

Author and publishing consultant PJ Campbell discusses common mistakes an author can make when planning a book campaign and what you can do to avoid making them.

Reid Tracy, CEO of Hay House Publishing, offers his thoughts on the importance of writing for your audience and effectively promoting yourself to increase that audience over time. Click here to play this audio clip

Published poet Joe Kerschbaum shares his thoughts on the variety of options for marketing and selling your poetry using tools such as social media, traditional media, open-mic events, and poetry slams. Click here to play this audio clip

Author and publishing consultant PJ Campbell discusses common mistakes an author can make when planning a book campaign and what you can do to avoid making them. Click here to play this audio clip

Agent Kimberley Cameron offers advice for authors on how to work well with agents. It's a good reminder that writing and publishing is a business that should be approached professionally. Click here to play this audio clip

In this session, ALC President Keith Ogorek and author Steve Piacente hosted a question and answer forum on the topics of writing, marketing and publishing.

In this session, ALC President Keith Ogorek and author Steve Piacente hosted a question and answer forum on the topics of writing, marketing and publishing.