Authors Guild files suit against Authors’ Place Press
Authors’ Place Press, a small, US-based independent publisher, is accused of failing to pay royalties or send royalty statements.
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Linktree rolls out Payment Lock (still in beta)
The new feature, for pro tier users only, allows you to turn any story, photo, or video file into something people have to pay for online.
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.
The Sometimes Invisible Opportunities of Write for Hire
Some work-for-hire jobs are only visible to authors who have literary agents.
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.
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.
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.
Publishing Innovators Emphasize NFTs Are about Community
The book industry discusses how to imbue NFTs with value and meaning for readers.