June 3, 2021

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WRITER'S CREED

How Do Publishers Decide Which Books to Bet On?

By Anne Trubek | Jane Friedman

 

Each book a publisher launches is its own miniature, stand-alone start-up. Every book is a gamble. Publishing could have a game table on the floor of a Vegas casino, nestled between blackjack and roulette. Bet on which title will earn out, and which will fail. When a title doesn’t break even, the casino swipes the chips off the table. But when a bet wins, it can make up for all those losses. A few bestsellers can support a press despite many money-losing titles.

 
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WHAT'S HOT

Spotlight on Black Publishers

For Years, These 16 Black-Owned Publishing Companies Have Provided Services To Those Writing  For Their Respective Audiences

By: Writing Tips Oasis

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NEXT LEVEL

 How to Become a Published Author

Written by MasterClass

 

Millions of people write as a hobby, but going from a hobbyist to a successful writer can be intimidating. Looking at the traditional publishing industry from the outside, it seems that so much goes into becoming a professional writer—from generating book ideas to establishing a daily writing habit to finding literary agents to getting on the radar of a publishing company.

 
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HOT OFF THE SHELF! Publishing EDITION

Spotlight on New Black Publishers

 

KingMeekPublishings

Since 2015, authors have trusted KingMeekPublishings to edit, publish and promote their literary works. The firm is always on the lookout for fresh and new talent and is firmly committed to all its clients.

 
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CHNO Publishing LLC

Up and coming publishing house, CHNO Publishing LLC facilitates the creation, promotion, and readership of fictional stories written by Black people.

 

 
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