The phrase "publishing pundits" refers to experts or knowledgeable people in the publishing industry who give opinions and advice about books and the business of publishing. Full definition
Some of the same authors — with an assist from traditionally published authors, their publishers, and various publishing pundits — have been making the same arguments about cheap eBooks. (indiesunlimited.com)
TeleRead points out that these «experts» are in fact book publishing pundits, cited only because of their support for the industry they are a part of. (hughhowey.com)
After thanking their patrons The Author's Guide to Ebook Bundling, More Than Monsters, and What Sells Books, the pair of publishing pundits talked tips on short stories, Amazon Author Central, and writing on planes. (sellmorebooksshow.com)