Pen names, aka pseudonyms and nom de plume, are more popular than ever and legal to use. Pen names are usually suited to the genre and are designed to be catchy and memorable. With a pseudonym, a writer can his or her gender and persona. They are often used if an author is trying their hand at a new genre or topic that is far from what their loyal readership would expect. For example, if you are well known for writing children’s books, a change to erotica might cause a stir. Or, if you normally write mysteries, but want to try romance, you may start writing those under a new…
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The Writers’ Guide to Traditional Publishing
You’ve spent months or even years working on your manuscript and it’s finally finished! Now what do you do? For many writers, the next step would be to get their work published, but how do we go about this? Finding a traditional publisher to offer a contract is a lifelong goal for many, and its what most think of when they hear the word, “publishing.” In traditional publishing, the publisher buys the right to publish your work and assumes all costs associated with doing that. You are paid an advance and in royalties from the book sales. The key is to have an effective pitch in order to convince a…
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Understanding the 5 Methods of Publishing (& How to Increase Your Chances)
Knowing the different ways to publish a book is essential to any writer who hopes to become an author. Due to the advances in technology, there are now more opportunities than ever to write and publish a story. Everything is within your grasp, whether you’re looking for a more traditional experience or to self-publish. In order to decide which publishing route is best for you, it is important to be aware of all of your options. Brief Overview of the Different Publishing Methods There are five methods one can choose when deciding to publish. The most common ones are traditional and self-publishing (also known as DIY publishing). There are two…
