Understanding publishing

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Query Letter For Picture Books: Example & Template

Mar 05, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Follow these 6 steps to write a successful query letter for your next picture book. We include a practical example and extra tips from editors. Read more

What is Hybrid Publishing? Expectations vs Reality

Mar 03, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

What is hybrid publishing, and how exactly is it different to vanity publishing? Find out everything you need to know here. Read more

How to Translate Your Book in 6 Simple Steps

Feb 19, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Learn step-by-step how to translate your book. Find out which markets to enter, how to find book translators, and what goes into translating books. Read more

CreateSpace is DEAD. Here's what you need to know.

Feb 06, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

CreateSpace, a print-on-demand service for self-published authors, recently merged with Amazon’s KDP Print. Here's what you need to know. Read more

What is a Small Press? (And Should Authors Use Them?)

Feb 04, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

What exactly is a small press? We'll get into the pros and cons of working with one, and what you can expect when you ink a small press book deal. Read more

What is Proofreading? Beginner's Guide to an Essential Edit

Jan 31, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

What is proofreading all about? In this post, find out what this task specifically involves and when writers can do it themselves. Read more

What is Indie Publishing? And How to Get Started in 2026

Jan 10, 2020 – Understanding Publishing

Have you ever wondered whether you should call yourself an indie publisher of a self-publisher? Learn about the difference, and how to get started, today. Read more

Copy editing services... from actual copy editors!

Dec 19, 2019 – Understanding Publishing

Get free access to the thorough profiles of 500+ of the industry's best copy editors — and the power to pick your own professional. Read more

Ghostwriting Services... Find The Right Ghost For You

Nov 28, 2019 – Understanding Publishing

Reedsy's professionals offer the best and most reliable ghostwriting services for authors — with over 100 ghostwriters to choose from. Read more

Editing services... from actual book editors

Nov 15, 2019 – Understanding Publishing

Reedsy's professionals offer the best and most reliable editing services for writer and authors — with over 2,000 editors to choose from. Read more

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