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Congratulations! Youâ??ve finished writing your book. Now, itâ??s time to start thinking about how to get that manuscript published. The publishing industry grows every day, and authors have numerous options for getting their book into print. However, not all publishing companies are created equal.
First, thereâ??s the big commercial publishing houses that buy manuscripts and pay authors an advance and royalties. These companies are usually bombarded with manuscript submissions, which means itâ??s more difficult for authors to get their attention. In most cases, the best way to sell your book to a traditional publishing house is to work with an agent.
Your other option is to self-publish or publish through a print-on-demand company. This is where publishing can be a little tricky because every company is slightly different in how they work with authors, the services they provide, the rights they retain, and how much they cost. Doing your research before making any decisions is the most important thing you can do in the self-publishing arena.
Regardless of what publishing route you decide to take, the key to navigating it is read any and all contracts you encounter throughout the process. Make sure you get to know the publishing business, and consult with a lawyer who knows it as well. You need to know and understand the following parts of the process.
