Book Publishing

Feature Writer: Simone Preuss
Read about the exciting field that is book publishing and discover every aspect involved. Learn about the publishing processes that every text goes through - from proposal via manuscript to finished product.
Are you a writer yourself? Read about publishing options, for example self-publishing, and how to submit a manuscript. Get to the bottom of book publishing with effective book marketing and sales strategies. Understand book distribution – how do books actually get onto bookstore shelves?
Thinking about working in publishing? Rights, translations and budgeting are important fields. Learn about different career options, publishing houses, key people, publishing associations and international book fairs in 2009.
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Oct 31, 2009
The Association of American University Presses
In: Book Publishing (general)
The Association of American University Presses (AAUP) promotes scholarly publishing and furthers members' collaboration to optimize their operations and resources.
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Oct 24, 2009
The University Press as a Publishing Model
In: Press/Publisher Profiles
What is a university press and how can it be distinguished from a commercial publishing house? Find out more about the origins and purpose of university press publishing.
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Oct 11, 2009
What Is Book Publishing?
In: Book Publishing (general)
Did you know that book publishing is a high-risk, time-consuming commercial process that requires careful planning and resource management? Find out why.
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Sep 29, 2009
Useful German Halloween Vocabulary
In: Book Publishing (general)
Kürbisse, Hexen and Geister all belong to a good Halloween party in Germany. Learn more fun Halloween vocabulary in German with this quick guide to a German Halloween.
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Sep 27, 2009
Scholastic Corporation Publisher Profile
In: Press/Publisher Profiles
Who wouldn't know Harry Potter publisher Scholastic? Millions of books in print and $2 billion in revenue make Scholastic the world's largest children's book publisher.
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Sep 19, 2009
Guadalajara International Book Fair
In: Book Publishing (general)
From November 28- December 6, Guadalajara in Mexico will once again host FIL 2009. Los Angeles is this year's Guest of Honor and more than 600,000 visitors are expected.
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Sep 12, 2009
The Man Booker Prize
In: Book Publishing (general)
The Man Booker Prize 2009 Shortlist has just been announced. Find out who the six finalists are and what this prestigious literary prize is all about.
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Sep 5, 2009
Harper Collins Publisher Profile
In: Press/Publisher Profiles
HarperCollins is a subsidiary of News Corporation, one of the world's largest media conglomerates, with 30 imprints, 9 offices worldwide and $1 billion in revenue.
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