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If you’ve advanced to the pitch stage, you’re invited to pitch your book directly to an acquisitions editor—presenting your book, its intended…
Oct 16, 2025 · 5 min read
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If you’ve advanced to the pitch stage, you’re invited to pitch your book directly to an acquisitions editor—presenting your book, its intended…
Oct 16, 2025 · 5 min read

Colleen Alles is a writer, former librarian & teacher, and Michigan girl for life. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English from…
Oct 7, 2025 · 3 min read

What is hybrid publishing? It’s a collaborative model that combines the best aspects of traditional and self-publishing. Authors co-invest in their books…
Oct 3, 2025 · 6 min read

If you’re exploring hybrid or self-publishing options, Atmosphere Press vs. Archway Publishing is a comparison worth considering. Both offer alternatives to traditional…
Oct 3, 2025 · 4 min read

Every month, Atmosphere Press receives more than 1500 submissions! That’s a lot. And we ultimately move forward with roughly 30 publishing contracts…
Sep 30, 2025 · 4 min read

If you’re exploring hybrid or self-publishing options, Atmosphere Press vs. Mascot Books is a comparison worth exploring. While both publishers offer alternatives…
Sep 23, 2025 · 6 min read

If you’re exploring hybrid or self-publishing options, Atmosphere Press vs. BookBaby is a comparison worth exploring. While both publishers offer alternatives to…
Sep 12, 2025 · 5 min read

If you’re weighing hybrid publishers, two names you’ll inevitably see are Atmosphere Press and Greenleaf Book Group. Both are reputable and both…
Sep 9, 2025 · 6 min read

For years, authors have been told, “The gatekeepers are gone, and publishing access is open to all!” Thanks to self-publishing and digital…
Aug 19, 2025 · 6 min read

The honest truth is that most authors don’t make a substantial amount of money selling their book. It’s a crowded marketplace, with…
Jul 15, 2025 · 3 min read

Embarking on the journey of publishing your book is an exhilarating adventure, but it’s crucial to navigate the landscape with discernment and…
Jul 7, 2025 · 7 min read

Emma Riva is a writer based in Pittsburgh. She is the founder of Petrichor Magazine and a contributor to publications such as…
Jun 18, 2025 · 3 min read
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