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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
Writing a Non-Fiction Query Letter (+ Sample Query Letter)
Jun 02, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
Learn how to write a non-fiction query letter that gets agents and editors excited. Includes a real example that got a book sold. Read more
Where to Submit Short Stories: 20 Places Accepting Submissions
May 25, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
Where to submit short stories in 2023? Check out the top places accepting short story submissions and launch your career! Read more
Poetry Submissions: Top Places To Submit Your Poems in 2026
May 25, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
Get your foot in the door by submitting your poems to these 20 well-respected magazines accepting poetry submissions in 2026. Read more
How to Publish (and Sell) on Apple Books in 2026
May 21, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
A complete step-by-step guide to Apple Books publishing, plus some marketing tips on how to sell more copies on the platform. Read more
Novlr Review: The Best Writing Software for You?
May 20, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
Novlr is a novel-writing app "by writers, for writers." But what does it actually offer, and who will get the most out of Novlr? Find out here! Read more
How to Publish on Google Play Books in 2026
May 06, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
Learn how to publish on Google Play Books in seven simple steps! Includes tips from the Google Play team themselves and bestselling Play authors. Read more
Lulu Publishing Review: READ THIS Before You Use Them!
Apr 30, 2020 – Understanding Publishing
Lulu Press helps self-publishing authors print and distribute their books, but are they really worth the cost? Learn all about Lulu publishing here. Read more
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