Independent vs. Traditional Publishing • Reedsy

📚 Overview

In today’s publishing landscape, there’s no “right” way to build a writing career. There are more publishing options than ever: traditional publishing, self-publishing, and emerging hybrid models. But with so many choices, how do you decide which is right for you?

In this masterclass, author Amie McNee will draw on her own experience to break down the opportunities, trade-offs, and demands of each publishing model. You’ll leave this masterclass with a clear insight into the pros and cons of each option, so that you can make an informed decision about which path is right for you.

Schedule

EVENT

5pm - 6pm EDT

Independent vs. Traditional Publishing: Choosing the Right Path for Your Writing

In this hour-long masterclass, you will learn:

What to consider when deciding which publishing model best suits your goals
How advances, royalties, and timelines work between different types of publishing
Marketing expectations involved in different publishing pathways
Alternative models of publishing to grow your audience

Following the presentation, there will be a live Q&A where you can ask Amie anything about the differences between publishing models, and her experience with each.

Speakers

Amie McNee

Author

Amie McNee is a fiction and nonfiction author, as well as a speaker and creativity coach. Her book We Need Your Art has resonated widely with creatives around the world, and her TED talk, The Case for Making Art When the World Is on Fire, was named one of the most influential talks of 2025. She also writes a widely read Substack and leads a global community of artists called The Inspired Collective.