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A material world: AYFP is a labour of love about the love of labour

Emma Crabtree's AYFP celebrates radical textiles and community, aiming to create a space for emerging voices and craft innovation.
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Writers condemn startup's plans to publish 8,000 books next year using AI

Critics accuse Spines of being a vanity publisher that undermines traditional publishing values.
Spines aims to automate the publishing process, sparking controversy in the author community.

How a Scrappy New Publisher Landed 25 Books on the Best-Seller List in a Year

Scarlett St. Clair transformed her career from librarian to successful author after her self-published novel went viral on TikTok, leading to a publishing deal.

The Taylor Swift Theory of Book Publishing

Taylor Swift's self-publishing of her book signals a move towards greater author autonomy and challenges traditional publishing models.

Pros and Cons of Self-Publishing Your Book Vs. Traditional Publishing

Authors have various publishing options - traditional publishing or self-publishing through platforms like Amazon.

Writers condemn startup's plans to publish 8,000 books next year using AI

Critics accuse Spines of being a vanity publisher that undermines traditional publishing values.
Spines aims to automate the publishing process, sparking controversy in the author community.

How a Scrappy New Publisher Landed 25 Books on the Best-Seller List in a Year

Scarlett St. Clair transformed her career from librarian to successful author after her self-published novel went viral on TikTok, leading to a publishing deal.

The Taylor Swift Theory of Book Publishing

Taylor Swift's self-publishing of her book signals a move towards greater author autonomy and challenges traditional publishing models.

Pros and Cons of Self-Publishing Your Book Vs. Traditional Publishing

Authors have various publishing options - traditional publishing or self-publishing through platforms like Amazon.
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#ai-in-publishing

How AI is accelerating-and devaluing-book publishing

AI is revolutionizing book publishing by prioritizing speed, which may threaten the quality of literature and the reader's experience.

There's No Shortcut To Publishing A Book | Defector

Spines aims to disrupt the traditional book publishing process by using AI to publish 8,000 books swiftly in 2025.

Generally AI - Season 2 - Episode 1: Generative AI and Creativity

The percentage of AI-generated books is rising significantly, reflecting a new trend in publishing, but quality may be an issue.

How AI is accelerating-and devaluing-book publishing

AI is revolutionizing book publishing by prioritizing speed, which may threaten the quality of literature and the reader's experience.

There's No Shortcut To Publishing A Book | Defector

Spines aims to disrupt the traditional book publishing process by using AI to publish 8,000 books swiftly in 2025.

Generally AI - Season 2 - Episode 1: Generative AI and Creativity

The percentage of AI-generated books is rising significantly, reflecting a new trend in publishing, but quality may be an issue.
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Outriders Developer Scales Down Self-Publishing Projects And Lays Off 120 Employees

People Can Fly has laid off 120 employees and scaled back its self-publishing projects due to ongoing external pressures in the video game industry.
#taylor-swift

Taylor Swift shook off publishers for her new book. That could spell trouble for the rest of the industry.

Taylor Swift is self-publishing "The Eras Tour Book" to retain more revenue, showcasing her unique business strategy.

Taylor Swift Is Coming for Book Publishing

Taylor Swift's self-publishing decision for The Eras Tour Book signals a significant shift towards artist autonomy in the publishing industry.

Taylor Swift is flexing her economic muscles again with the return of her tour and a new book

Taylor Swift's self-publishing move could disrupt the traditional book publishing industry significantly.

Taylor Swift's book sold over 800,000 copies in its first weekend, making it the second-best-selling non-fiction launch after Obama

Taylor Swift's 'Eras Tour' book sold 814,000 copies in its debut weekend, becoming the second-best-selling non-fiction book after Obama's memoir.

Photos show Taylor Swift fans lining up for 'The Eras Tour Book' at Target on Black Friday

Taylor Swift's "The Eras Tour Book" reveals behind-the-scenes details of her historic tour and was exclusively released at Target.

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Book' Sold 814,000 Copies in its Launch Week

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Book achieved record-breaking print sales through an exclusive retail strategy and self-publishing.

Taylor Swift shook off publishers for her new book. That could spell trouble for the rest of the industry.

Taylor Swift is self-publishing "The Eras Tour Book" to retain more revenue, showcasing her unique business strategy.

Taylor Swift Is Coming for Book Publishing

Taylor Swift's self-publishing decision for The Eras Tour Book signals a significant shift towards artist autonomy in the publishing industry.

Taylor Swift is flexing her economic muscles again with the return of her tour and a new book

Taylor Swift's self-publishing move could disrupt the traditional book publishing industry significantly.

Taylor Swift's book sold over 800,000 copies in its first weekend, making it the second-best-selling non-fiction launch after Obama

Taylor Swift's 'Eras Tour' book sold 814,000 copies in its debut weekend, becoming the second-best-selling non-fiction book after Obama's memoir.

Photos show Taylor Swift fans lining up for 'The Eras Tour Book' at Target on Black Friday

Taylor Swift's "The Eras Tour Book" reveals behind-the-scenes details of her historic tour and was exclusively released at Target.

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Book' Sold 814,000 Copies in its Launch Week

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Book achieved record-breaking print sales through an exclusive retail strategy and self-publishing.
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#publishing-industry

The Collapse of Romance Writers of America

Romance novels are thriving, but the Romance Writers of America has suffered a significant membership decline due to internal strife and accusations of discrimination.
Self-published romance writers with a loyal fanbase are reshaping the traditional dynamics of the publishing industry.

Itching to write a book? AI publisher Spines wants to make a deal | TechCrunch

Spines leverages AI technology to transform self-publishing, drastically reducing production time and costs compared to traditional publishing.

The Collapse of Romance Writers of America

Romance novels are thriving, but the Romance Writers of America has suffered a significant membership decline due to internal strife and accusations of discrimination.
Self-published romance writers with a loyal fanbase are reshaping the traditional dynamics of the publishing industry.

Itching to write a book? AI publisher Spines wants to make a deal | TechCrunch

Spines leverages AI technology to transform self-publishing, drastically reducing production time and costs compared to traditional publishing.
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#book-industry

Weighing the Pros and Cons for 2024 Book Sales

Book industry showed resilience in 2023 with gains in adult fiction sales
2024 expected to see a rise in romantasy genre and self-published authors in the book industry.

DEVON STAGING - how to start an online bookstore (2024) - Shopify

Niche online bookstores succeed by offering personalized customer experiences that large retailers cannot provide.

Self-Publishing's Output and Influence Continue to Grow

Self-publishing is increasingly popular, with significant growth in titles published, while traditional publishing continues to decline.

Weighing the Pros and Cons for 2024 Book Sales

Book industry showed resilience in 2023 with gains in adult fiction sales
2024 expected to see a rise in romantasy genre and self-published authors in the book industry.

DEVON STAGING - how to start an online bookstore (2024) - Shopify

Niche online bookstores succeed by offering personalized customer experiences that large retailers cannot provide.

Self-Publishing's Output and Influence Continue to Grow

Self-publishing is increasingly popular, with significant growth in titles published, while traditional publishing continues to decline.
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#creative-control

The View From Mumbai: the Indian photographers taking back control through self-publishing

Self-publishing allows Indian photographers more creative control, fostering unique personal and political narratives in their work.

Romance author Ana Huang says self-publishing books is like running a small business

Ana Huang emphasizes the importance of self-publishing for maintaining creative control and likens it to running a small business.

The View From Mumbai: the Indian photographers taking back control through self-publishing

Self-publishing allows Indian photographers more creative control, fostering unique personal and political narratives in their work.

Romance author Ana Huang says self-publishing books is like running a small business

Ana Huang emphasizes the importance of self-publishing for maintaining creative control and likens it to running a small business.
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'Nothing like this has been done before for Bond': Behind the design of the stunning new James Bond book covers

The new Bond collection originated from a 2018 pitch, inspired by a print workshop, and was finalized by 2023 after creative development.

We made $13,491 in one month with our 'low competition' Amazon side hustle

Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) can generate significant extra income without writing books, ideal for those seeking a low-effort side hustle.

Black British Book festival founder criticises lack of diversity in publishing

The Black British Book Festival highlights the challenges and growth of black authors in a publishing industry lacking diversity.
#entrepreneurship

Council Post: 20 Tips For Self-Publishing Success As An Entrepreneur

Self-publishing offers creative control for entrepreneurs, but requires professional strategies to succeed.

10 Best Providers for Print-on-Demand Books - Shopify

You can self-publish a book using a print-on-demand business model without the need for a big inventory or a traditional publisher.

Council Post: 20 Tips For Self-Publishing Success As An Entrepreneur

Self-publishing offers creative control for entrepreneurs, but requires professional strategies to succeed.

10 Best Providers for Print-on-Demand Books - Shopify

You can self-publish a book using a print-on-demand business model without the need for a big inventory or a traditional publisher.
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Teachers publish book about Tourette's - a condition that's 'never spoken about'

The novel 'Taylor's Tics' aims to educate children about Tourette's syndrome and promote acceptance of differences in individuals.

How To Earn Side Income As A Published Author: 5 Key Considerations

Success in turning writing into income hinges on choosing the right publishing method and effective marketing strategies.

Colleen Hoover Picks Her Riskiest, Buzziest, and Most Romantic Novels

Colleen Hoover's journey to becoming a best-selling author showcases gradual success after years of hard work and dedication.

Flyers, magazines and counterculture: How Phase Zero captures New York's creative scene

Phase Zero magazine, led by Maya Valencia and Sydney Maggin, self-publishes artist works to capture NYC's contemporary counterculture scene accurately and inclusively.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Escif Launches "The Foundations of Harmony and Invention" Book Project

Escif's art blends playfulness and social activism, revolving around public space.

How To Self-Publish a Book in 8 Steps (2024) - Shopify

Self-publishing tools are more accessible now, allowing writers to bypass traditional publishing hurdles and take control of their book's journey.

An 8-year-old snuck his handwritten book onto a library shelf. Now it has a 56-person waiting list.

An 8-year-old boy wrote and self-published a graphic novel and secretly placed it in his local library
The library officially added the book to the collection and created an award in the boy's honor

The Ultimate Guide to Launching Your Own Online Bookstore (2024) - Shopify

Niche online bookstores offer personalized customer experiences that larger competitors can't match.

How To Print Your Own Book in 9 Steps (2024) - Shopify

Self-publishing can be a preferable option for aspiring authors to get their work to readers, bypassing traditional publishing houses.

Bertie Brandes' New Zine Remaps a Chaotic Past Relationship

Zines offer a perfect container for uncomfortable and unfinished feelings, allowing creators to work things out in a formlessness that combines pretension with amateurism.
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