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Publishing Misconceptions: Myths That Hurt Writers

What’s true and what’s myth? This article debunks common publishing misconceptions, from advances to book marketing.

Publishing Misconceptions: Myths That Hurt Writers

Ten Common Publishing Terms Aspiring Authors Need to Know

If you’re new to the world of publishing, you’ve probably heard some words being used that you’re not sure of what they mean.

Ten Common Publishing Terms Aspiring Authors Need to Know

Is It A Scam? “Legitimate” Ways to Publish Your Book

Before you embark on your publishing journey you need to know the truth about hybrid publishing. It might not be what you think.

Is It A Scam? “Legitimate” Ways to Publish Your Book

An Author’s Path to Publishing — with Jane Friedman

Navigating the path to publishing can be quite a daunting task. These are the most-frequently asked questions from authors — and how Jane Friedman answers.

An Author’s Path to Publishing — with Jane Friedman

The Mystery of Book Retailer Returns: What Authors Need to Know

Publishers may use a “reserve against returns” to protect themselves and their authors against book retailer returns.

The Mystery of Book Retailer Returns: What Authors Need to Know

AI and Copyright Plus Publishing News with Jane Friedman

Recent publishing news is full of upheaval, with AI alone. What’s going on? Answers in our conversation with Jane Friedman.

AI and Copyright Plus Publishing News with Jane Friedman

Boni and John’s Takeaways From The 2023 IBPA Conference

We attended the 2023 IBPA Publishing University, an annual event of Independent Book Publishing Association, a member organization of indie publishers, authors and other publishing industry professionals.

Boni and John’s Takeaways From The 2023 IBPA Conference

A New Name, a New Season for Ingenium Books Podcast

We are happy to announce it’s time for season two of our podcast! It’s a new season, with a new name: The Ingenium Books podcast. We took a little bit of a break, like a year or so, as we re-evaluated our priorities and dug deep into what the business reasons were for spending all

A New Name, a New Season for Ingenium Books Podcast

The Book Publishing Trends That Will Dominate in 2023

Our publishing trends updates for 2023. We’ve come a long way since the early days of indie publishing. Here’s what we’re noticing.

The Book Publishing Trends That Will Dominate in 2023

7 Things to Consider in Your Book’s Retail Price

How much should readers pay for your book? Here are seven things you must consider before determining your book’s retail price.

7 Things to Consider in Your Book’s Retail Price

Tips For Authors Pitching to Publishers

These tips can help you prep and deliver a killer pitch that can land you the book deal of your dreams.

Tips For Authors Pitching to Publishers

Tips for Authors Seeking Agents

Check out these six tips for authors seeking agents.

Tips for Authors Seeking Agents

Accounting for Authors with Mark Leslie Lefebvre and D.F. Hart

We speak to Mark Leslie Lefebvre and D.F. Hart about their book Accounting for Authors: Budgeting, Costs, and Margins.

Accounting for Authors with Mark Leslie Lefebvre and D.F. Hart

Everything You Need to Know About Publishing Contracts with Joe Sisto

Everything You Need to Know About Publishing Contracts, Even if You’re Self-Publishing, with Entertainment Lawyer Joe Sisto

Everything You Need to Know About Publishing Contracts with Joe Sisto

What is Hybrid Publishing?

It’s gaining in popularity. But what exactly is hybrid publishing?

What is Hybrid Publishing?

Author Spending: When, What, How Much?

The truth is that as an author, you probably will spend money. #authorspending

Author Spending: When, What, How Much?

Ten Publishing Lies Told to Indie Authors

Let’s debunk some of the most pervasive myths and look at the top ten publishing lies told to indie authors.

Ten Publishing Lies Told to Indie Authors

Crowdfunding for Books with Kickstarter’s Oriana Leckert

Crowdfunding for books is one way for indie authors to raise the money they need for their book projects. But how?

Crowdfunding for Books with Kickstarter’s Oriana Leckert

Creating a Great Kids Book with Adrienne Quintana

Children who read become adults to write… but more than that, they become adults who think, lead, innovate, and contribute. Here’s how to create a great kids book.

Creating a Great Kids Book with Adrienne Quintana

Demystifying Royalties for Authors

Royalties for authors. What’s the story behind the numbers? What am I seeing on my statement? What should I see?

Demystifying Royalties for Authors

ISBN for Authors: 13 Things You Need to Know

As an author or aspiring author, soon you’ll hear this term: ISBN. What is it and why does it matter?

ISBN for Authors: 13 Things You Need to Know

Introduction to Audiobooks for Authors

Is an audiobook right for every author? Find out what’s involved in this introduction to audiobooks for authors.

Introduction to Audiobooks for Authors

Looking for an Agent? 4 Things to Know

Authors looking for an agent want to know: are literary agents still relevant? What do they do? How do you prepare and where you find one?

Looking for an Agent? 4 Things to Know

Publishing Industry Insider Secrets Every Author Should Know

What do traditional publishers look for in an author? How can authors prepare for a successful book launch? Publishing industry insider secrets from guest David Morris, publisher at Lake Drive Books.

Publishing Industry Insider Secrets Every Author Should Know