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Professional Editor: Is Your Book Ready for an Editor?
Sep 21, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
Working with a professional editor at the right time can transform your book for the better. Here's Reedsy's suggested editing timeline. Read more
How to Submit a Manuscript to a Publisher In 5 Simple Steps
Sep 01, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
Ready to reach out to literary agents and publishers? Learn how to submit a manuscript in 5 steps from Reedsy editor Scott Pack. Read more
How to Publish a Cookbook in 6 Easy-As-Pie Steps
Aug 19, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
Want to know how to publish a cookbook? Our 6-step guide is here to take you from amateur home cook to published master of the culinary arts. Read more
Draft2Digital Review: Read This BEFORE You Publish
Aug 05, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
Before you publish, be sure to check out some Draft2Digital reviews, including this one from the team at Reedsy. Read more
How to Find an Editor Who's Perfect For Your Book
Jul 15, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
From identifying your needs to selecting the perfect professional for your project, here's how you can find an editor in 5 simple steps. Read more
How to Publish a Nonfiction Book: Land a Book Deal in 5 Steps
Jul 13, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
Think you know how to publish a nonfiction book? If all you’ve read about is querying novels, you may not be as prepared as you think. Read more
Amazon KDP: A Writer’s Guide to Kindle Direct Publishing
Jul 06, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
A look at Amazon's KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing) platform with a focus on how it revolutionized publishing — and why some authors might choose to avoid it. Read more
What is an Indie Author? All Your Questions Answered
Jun 26, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
Is there a difference between an indie author and a self-published author? In this post, we look closer at the recent phenomenon of independent publishing. Read more
How Much Does It Cost to Publish a Book in 2026?
Jun 23, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
We break down the average costs of editing, book design, marketing, and more publishing services based on more than 230,000 quotes from freelancers on Reedsy. Read more
How to Publish a Short Story: 3 Ways to Reach New Readers
Jun 05, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
Are you an aspiring author looking for ways to reach new readers? Try one of these 3 ways to publish short stories! Read more
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