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To: Lazamataz

Yes, self publishing is the way to go these days. I was a professional writer back in the day with an agent (scripts). When I picked up the pen again recently I saw how dramatically the publishing industry has changed. Self publishing is the right path. Disadvantage is there is so MUCH bad writing out there now because anyone can self publish.


91 posted on 07/12/2025 9:43:54 AM PDT by freepertoo
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To: freepertoo

We went with hybrid publishing. Which covers editing, marketing, and setting up various other services, etc. With the hybrid yes, you pay up front but the publisher does not get a cut until the author is reimbursed first, then they recieve .20 cents per book. Royalties are paid at a better rate to the author, e.g. 70% vs. 20%.


96 posted on 07/12/2025 10:00:49 AM PDT by snork55 (theirs is not to wonder why, theirs is but to do or die... )
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To: freepertoo; Ciaphas Cain
Yes, self publishing is the way to go these days. I was a professional writer back in the day with an agent (scripts). When I picked up the pen again recently I saw how dramatically the publishing industry has changed. Self publishing is the right path.

Good to know. Ciaphas, take note.

Disadvantage is there is so MUCH bad writing out there now because anyone can self publish.

That is why good reviews make or break a work, these days.

120 posted on 07/12/2025 1:43:26 PM PDT by Lazamataz (I'm so on fire that I feel the need to stop, drop, and roll!)
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