One of my modules on the BA Creative and Professional Writing course requires me to write a research essay about publishing on the topic of my choice. I have chosen to do the advantages and disadvantages of independent publishing in the current publishing environment. I chose to do this topic because I really prefer the independent publishing market, and am interested in pursuing a career there one day, so thought as I have to research something I’ll do the thing I am passionate about!
Now, my readers by now know how much I value their opinion so even if you are not a publisher, if you have an opinion that is strong enough to want to share, please do so in my comments or email me at k.e.jamison@hotmail.co.uk
1) What do you think the advantages are for you being an independent publisher rather than traditional?
and 2) Have you faced any major challenges being independent ? For example, maybe with competition with traditional publishers, marketing books, or staying afloat in the economic climate.
Feel free to think and debate and write. I need the opinions for my research.
Thank you my lovely readers!
Kimberly
I don’t have any experience with publishing (self or otherwise) like at all. but what is the difference really, is one considered a sell out? I’m just curious, it seems like it’s a big deal and you’re passionate about it but I don’t get why…
Lali