There are four main book publishing options available to writers today. Keith Ogorek, President of the Author Learning Center , describes each publishing path and explains the benefits and challenges of each option. Learn the basics of DIY publishing...

Author Meredith Maran has worked with nearly all types of publishers, including niche, small and large publishers. Because she is interested in promoting a message and writes politically edgy material, she favors the big houses. She explains how her...

Author Meredith Maran has worked with nearly all types of publishers, including niche, small and large publishers. Because she is interested in promoting a message and writes politically edgy material, she favors the big houses. She explains how her...

Authors may be most surprised that their book ends up not being solely theirs. In traditional channels, you sell publishers the right to publish your book--compromise is a big part of the process. Co-authors Sam Barry and Kathi Kamen Goldmark, recently...

For some authors, it doesn't make sense to pursue a traditional publisher and national distribution. Bestselling author Mark Accettura describes why self-publishing was a better choice: not only did it give him more control, it helped him speak directly...

Authors often believe that the only publishing path that they should consider is traditional publishing. While using a traditional publisher can bring legitimacy to your work, taking this route can also come with some challenges. Publisher and Wannabe...

Authors often believe that the only publishing path that they should consider is traditional publishing. While using a traditional publisher can bring legitimacy to your work, taking this route can also come with some challenges. Publisher and Wannabe...

When you're pursuing a traditional publishing contract, you may wonder exactly what you can expect from a publisher. Usually, the responsibilities of the author and publisher are clearly stated in a contract. The publisher promises to take care of...

It’s always a little daunting to take a stab at new software, when you’re already fast and furious with the applications you know. For a writer or illustrator, however, InDesign is a great tool with many desirable features to enhance your workflow. The...

Stuart Connelly knew that the 40th anniversary of the Attica Correctional Facility uprising served as a hook to drive interest and visibility for his book, "Behind the Dream: The Making of the Speech that Transformed a Nation." Luckily, he found an...