Sentences with phrase «whether author or publisher»

Fortunately, technology doesn't have to trap readers in closed and airless ecosystems; digital tools can enable every passionate book advocate to have a voice — whether author or publisher, independent bookseller or reader.»

Although it remains to be seen whether an author or a publisher with opinions or agendas that opose those of the media outlets will have a tougher time disseminating messages in the very near future, inevitably, that is what will happen.

Not exact matches

The odds of an author getting noticed and getting picked up by a major publisher are (my assessment) about the same whether you do this with their affiliate or with another.

Whether through a U.S. or international imprint, self - publishing helps authors be recognized and, in rare circumstances, potentially acquired by a traditional publisher or film producers, some of whom have turned to Author Solutions to uncover new talent and emerging voices.

You have to decide whether you are a hobbyist or casual author publisher, or ready to dive in and publish - publish.

Whether an author gets a book deal from a Big 5 Publisher or a regional press down the block, they oftentimes have no idea what to expect once a contract is in place.

Whether you are a self - publisher, author, small press, experienced publisher, or anyone else who needs book printing services... we want to help!

I think one of the biggest problems, to put this in concrete terms, is authors hear this kind of disembodied advice, whether that's from their publisher or somebody else, to get on Twitter, start a blog, or start a Facebook page.

Cindy was really asking me whether or not I believe using a news clipping service was a good investment for most authors and publishers who were involved in the world of independent book publishing.

Your project is as important to us as it is you — whether you are a first time author or an established publisher.

I disagree with Kozlowski I review books both from Publishers and Indies — and I think he has sour grapes, I do not distinguish between whether the author has paid it all themselves — or whether they have gone the traditional route and been fortunate to be picked up — YES Indie Publishing means that the Author gets the profits faster — BUT THEY HAVE PAID for Editors, Covers etc and had to market the book themselves out their own pauthor has paid it all themselves — or whether they have gone the traditional route and been fortunate to be picked up — YES Indie Publishing means that the Author gets the profits faster — BUT THEY HAVE PAID for Editors, Covers etc and had to market the book themselves out their own pAuthor gets the profits faster — BUT THEY HAVE PAID for Editors, Covers etc and had to market the book themselves out their own pocket!

«Though the publishing industry is filled with people who care deeply about books, it always privileges someone above the author — whether it's the retailer, the distributor, or the publisher.

It does not matter whether you are dealing with a publisher, a bookstore, a newsstand, a paper manufacturer, a bookseller, an author, or a printmaker, because what matters to immunity is the object, not the person.»

This change means that the very publishers who sell their own works — whether they are the authors themselves, fully operating publishers, or authors with their own imprint for business purposes — can now be undersold and therefore not be the actual seller when a consumer (oblivious to the rule change) clicks «add to cart.»

And even if you do find an ISBN by checking Smashwords, Kobo or Google Play, you'll still have to compare vendor prefixes or look up the registry record if you wish to determine whether the number belongs to a distributor or the author / publisher.

Whether you publish something yourself or through a publisher, you're still an author and a writer.

Whether it's the latest title from a legacy publisher's hottest author, or a graduate - level biochemistry textbook, there is a severe disillusion on the part of the reading public that ebooks should automatically... [Read more...]

I'm sorry, but if you're going to write an article debating whether or not self - publishers should be allowed to call themselves authors, at least take the time to edit your own work.

I now check every new entry in the Audible new release SF list to see whether the «publisher» is also the «author,» or whether the publishing «company» happens to feature only works by the same writer.

Independent publishing has changed the way authors look at the industry, with many questioning whether it's worthwhile to play the waiting game and pray for the payoff from a traditional publisher, or instead take their fate into their own hands.

Whether you're a first - time writer struggling to break into print or a published author whose last book did anything but make your publisher a fortune, the reality is the same: a manuscript that needs editing is more likely to be rejected than published.

Whether you are a brand new author just trying to figure things out or a veteran self - publisher, one of the most important decisions you will need to make about your books is how to distribute them.

«Not every author can make the NY Times bestseller list» says Mark, «but every talented author deserves to reach as many people as possible... whether it's with a traditional publisher like Random House or through self - publishing supported by smart book marketing.

(And by the way, I'm rooting for * any * platform or company that gives authors a fair shake, whether it's Amazon, iTunes, B&N, Kobo, small - to medium - size presses, some new distribution system being dreamed up right now in someone's back bedroom, or even any of the Big 5 publishers willing to significantly change their contract terms and treat authors more equitably.)

Whether you're an author, a publisher or an avid reader who just likes to learn more about the world of books, let this be at an occasional stop on your regular online adventures.

The standard agency commission doesn't just pertain to domestic book sales, but any and all of the book's subsidiary rights sales, whether sold by the agent, author, or publisher.

And on a much smaller scale, Authors After Dark (one of the best conventions ever) manages to just let us sell our own books regardless of whether we're with a publisher or not (or have returnable books or not).

If those authors have clear goals, they'll be better able to judge whether to use the same publisher for their new series, or if they want to diversify with a new genre, or whether their agent is steering them in a different direction from what they want.

Whether it's publishers, booksellers, agents, film producers or authors - the movers of the industry meet at Frankfurter Buchmesse.

The biggest decision an author faces after completing his or her manuscript is whether to self - publish or to seek an agent and hopefully find a publisher.

I have no idea whether the separate rooms at the Book Fair was an intentional slight to Indie authors, an attempt at keeping their accounting fluid, plain old poor planning / stupidity or the pressure applied by Traditional publishers to keep their stars away from the riffraff, nor do I care.

No matter whether you're a successful author or a small publisher if you are somehow connected to the publishing industry there is no question that you should attend these events.

Your publisher or printer is not responsible for book marketing — Whether the book is being published traditionally or through self - publishing, the author is responsible for marketing.

As an author, whether you are indie or published through a «traditional» publisher (no matter what their size), you need to check what is going on.

I think most of this process would apply whether or not you're an author publisher like me.

Frankly, this is true whether the author is submitting a title to a publisher or he's publishing it himself.

As Kate and I both noted, publishing is easy, but distribution and marketing isn't, whether you're a traditional publisher, new media start - up, or indie author.

Google makes money from advertising whether the e-books are being sold legally by the publisher or author, or whether they are being sold illegally by a pirate, or whether they are being «shared» in violation of the authors» copyright by some blogger via links to a file - sharing site.

Recognizing that no book is the work of a single individual, perhaps it is time that the publishing industry started publishing a list of credits for each book produced that acknowledges not just the role of the author, but also editor, publisher etc - irrespective of whether the book was created in the traditional sense or packaged!

Any publisher — whether he's from a major publishing house or a room - over-the-garage author who publishes his own writing — can tell you that the most significant expenses involved in creating a book are not in which format to use.

Whether it's the latest title from a legacy publisher's hottest author, or a graduate - level biochemistry textbook, there is a severe disillusion on the part of the reading public that ebooks should automatically be exponentially cheaper than print books, and it's a topic that hasn't made much headway in the last several years.

More generally, whether it's your editor relationship or no, publishers do more for authors they like.

«Become a Real Self - Publisher» by Michael N. Marcus is a must read for all authors whether they are first time authors or on the New York Times bestseller list.

Luckily, the steps she took are available to all authors, whether they are traditionally published, self - published or with an indie publisher!

Whether you need editing, design or PR support, this new one - stop agency for authors and publishers aims to buck the trend for «impersonal» service providers.

I also wondered whether an individual small press or self - published author, absent publishing house funding, could replicate what publishers do — contact these people, get this kind of interview, make a video, etc..

Fortunately, for those writers who are determined to publish a novel, whether as an indie author, or through a traditional publisher, there is no shortage of advice.

I provide professional cover design across all fiction and non-fiction genres, whether you're an established publisher or an individual author.

In the past, publishers have usually been more concerned with their own brand but now they're beginning to realize that readers care more about author's identity and personality, than they do about who the publisher is, or whether a book is commercially or self - published.

Whether you're an author, publisher, content creator, or internet marketer, having an effective content marketing strategy is essential.