A big victory for authors: Amazon modifies ebook returns policy
Earlier this year, a viral TikTok post sparked an online petition by authors demanding that Amazon change its returns policy.
Author Income
The Sometimes Invisible Opportunities of Write for Hire
Some work-for-hire jobs are only visible to authors who have literary agents.
Barnes & Noble Focuses on Profitable Backlist, Creating Concern for New Titles
The US chain plans to stock fewer hardcovers‚ especially children’s titles, which will force publishers and authors to re-evaluate their publishing and marketing strategies.
Author Spotlight: Meg Medina Must Change Gears Like Her Fictional Character
The author’s new hardcover book won’t be stocked by Barnes & Noble. She understands the business plight of the chain, but worries about collateral damage to authors and young readers alike.
How Book Deals Are Negotiated by Agents and Publishers
Selling a book isn’t as simple as accepting the highest advance.
Trendspotting: The Challenges of the Midlist Author
Publishers are often accused of insufficiently supporting their midlist authors. The situation may be worse than usual.
She Writes Press: Two Author Case Studies
Two authors who paid for a hybrid publishing deal reveal what they paid and what they sold.
IMHO: Your Readers Don’t Yet Care about NFTs
Barriers to widespread adoption of NFTs include cryptocurrency, environmental concerns, transaction fees, and poorly defined value to the reader.
Trendspotting: Email Newsletter Advertising and Sponsorships
A primer on selling advertising in your email newsletter.
Publishing Innovators Emphasize NFTs Are about Community
The book industry discusses how to imbue NFTs with value and meaning for readers.