In The Public Eye The argument can be made that today’s authors have to do more self-promotion than ever before in the history of the written word. These days, it’s not enough to generate good work and shake the right hands. Modern publishers consider a number of external factors before extending that coveted contract. One […]
State of the Industry Continuing Milt Toby’s three-part exploration of publishing contracts (see our January and February editions), we’ve finally arrived at perhaps the most frustrating component of a typical contract: warranties & indemnifications. These sections are typically riddled with legal jargon that will leave your typical author scratching his/her head—or maybe just skipping straight […]
State of the Industry In this second of three installments, Milt Toby explores perhaps the most popular of subjects: getting paid for your work. As an accomplished author and attorney, Toby is better equipped than most to be your guide into the publishing world. In our January edition, Toby gave us a glimpse at contract […]
In The Public Eye Self-publishing is becoming an increasingly popular option for many authors. And, in recent years, the industry has seen a flood of self-publishing companies hit the market—CreateSpace and Lightning Source chief among them. In her latest article, PR expert Julie Schoerke discusses the pros and cons of self-publishing, and how companies like […]
In The Public Eye Social media, and the use of it, has become an undeniably important component of our daily lives. When you’re a writer or public figure, social media can prove to be one of the biggest tools in your arsenal. But what happens when you misuse this tool, and how can you avoid […]
State of the Industry So you’ve just finished your latest book and, boy, is it a good one. You’ve got characters who jump off the page, an engaging plot, and you’re certain if you could get Bill Shakespeare, Stephen King, and Hemingway in the same room, they’d sing your praises ‘til the cows came home […]
State of the Industry Diving into cold water, ripping off a Band-Aid… Sometimes spontaneity and impulsiveness are exactly what you need. Nike’s ad campaign hits the nail on the head when it comes to exercising: “Just Do It”. In her first column for Killer Nashville Magazine, public relations expert Julie Schoerke offers advice along these […]
By Maria GiordanoKiller Nashville Staff The symbolism behind the name Prometheus Books is not mistaken. Much like the Greek mythological character, Prometheus, who gives fire to mankind, so does the venerated publishing company give to mankind with its unique and an intriguing stable of reputed fiction and nonfiction writers. Think Issac Asimov and Victor Stenger, […]
By Maria GiordanoKiller Nashville Staff For better or worse, the last ten years has been tough on the media industry. Newspapers and magazines have withered under the weight of new digital platforms with the publishing industry facing its own similar battles with technology. It’s been only in the last year that print sales numbers have […]
By Maria Giordano Killer Nashville Staff Not all the numbers are in yet for 2014, but all points indicate that it was a good year for the publishing industry. In short, print sales appear to be coming back from their downward spiral when eBooks exploded onto the market in 2010-2011, says Jim Milliot, editorial director […]