Not Simon & Schuster: Deconstructing an Impersonation Scam

For writers chasing a traditional publishing contract, an email from Big 5 publisher Simon & Schuster inviting submission might seem like a dream come true.

J…
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Not Simon & Schuster: Deconstructing an Impersonation Scam

For writers chasing a traditional publishing contract, an email from Big 5 publisher Simon & Schuster inviting submission might seem like a dream come true. Just one problem: major publishers l…

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The Balance of Letting and Making

I’ve never been one to follow the “rule” that a writer needs to write every single day; judging by conversations with my writer friends, few of us do. However, many of us, myself …

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Author Up Close: Terra Weiss – A Good Problem to Have

Last February, I interviewed friend, critique partner, and writer, Terra Weiss. In that interview, which you can read here , Terra was six books deep into a growing self-publishing career and was (and is) one of the savviest authors I know when it comes to the…
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Author Up Close: Terra Weiss – A Good Problem to Have

Last February, I interviewed friend, critique partner, and writer, Terra Weiss. In that interview, which you can read here, Terra was six books deep into a growing self-publishing career and was (a…

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Was it worth it becoming a self-published... — Sipho Moloi Q&A

Sipho Moloi answered: “Was it worth it becoming a self-published author instead of a traditionally-published author?”

The traditional publishing industry is kinda nuts. My thoughts on how, and why, and what to do about it.

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https://mahoneyj.substack.com/p/the-publishing-industry-is-kinda

The Publishing Industry is Kinda Nuts

And what to do about it

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Of Cliffs and Wings: An Author's Journey From Indie to Traditional Publishing

Author H. Leighton Dickson details her circuitous journey from attempted traditional publishing to indie publishing and back to traditional.

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Have You Heard of This Lawsuit? You May Benefit

One of the most urgent issues confronting writers and other creators right now is the use of copyrighted material for generative AI training.
https://writerunboxed.com/2025/10/24/have-you-heard-of-this-lawsuit-you-may-benefit/

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The Dark Fates, Representation, and the Indie to Trad Pipeline

Self-published author T.C. Kraven shares what got her into writing and self-publishing and the adjustment to traditional publishing.

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Writing What Wants to Be Written

Author Angela Shupe celebrates the journey of her debut historical novel, including four lessons learned along the way.

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Your Flight Will Be Delayed: Lessons in Publishing Patience

Last week, after submitting my second book to my editor, I had the opportunity to travel to Lake Tahoe with a group of gal pals. We enjoyed sunny days, plenty of laughter, and a variety of outdoor …

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