The Publishing Industry
A brief history of the publishing industry
To understand where we are now, you’ve got to know how far we’ve come. Here’s a quick look at the history of the modern publishing industry as we know it. Read More “A brief history of the publishing industry”
How COVID-19 will affect the publishing industry
The COVID-19 outbreak has impacted how writers write, what editors want to publish, and how books are sold. Read More “How COVID-19 will affect the publishing industry”
8 key ways to support your favorite indie bookstore
Independent bookstores have championed authors over the years. Now it’s time for writers to champion them. Read More “8 key ways to support your favorite indie bookstore”
What does the future look like for literary magazines?
Subscriptions are down. Submissions are up. What do modern journals need to do to survive? Read More “What does the future look like for literary magazines?”
Five things literary journal editors want you to know (plus their best tips for submitting)
Five things literary magazine editors want writers to know Many of them are volunteers. “I don’t think folks realize that a lot of the … Read More “Five things literary journal editors want you to know (plus their best tips for submitting)”
What I learned about craft from analyzing one year of ‘Modern Love’
Even the column’s editor says it’s easier to get into Harvard 20 times than for a writer to get an essay accepted for the exclusive essay series. So how can a writer get published in “Modern Love?” Read More “What I learned about craft from analyzing one year of ‘Modern Love’”
Meryl Moss: Like a rolling stone
The famed publicist shares her best tips for gaining marketing momentum in an overcrowded publishing landscape. Read More “Meryl Moss: Like a rolling stone”
Pulp fiction is back, baby
Here’s everything writers need to know about the resurgence of new pulp. Read More “Pulp fiction is back, baby”
The unconventional query
Whether you want to sell a magazine article, business book, or pretty much anything between, the formula is simple: 1) Send query letter. 2) Send … Read More “The unconventional query”
Featured Posts
5 things a personal essay needs to succeed (and sell)
Here are the five components that should be in any truthteller’s toolkit. Read More “5 things a personal essay needs to succeed (and sell)”
Top tips for older writers who want to write a memoir
As an older adult, you have a wealth of wisdom and memories to share with the world – but sometimes fear can get in the way of putting yourself on the page. These tried-and-true tips will help you get started. Read More “Top tips for older writers who want to write a memoir”
How COVID-19 will affect the publishing industry
The COVID-19 outbreak has impacted how writers write, what editors want to publish, and how books are sold. Read More “How COVID-19 will affect the publishing industry”