Does anyone have an insights into the digital publishing industry? [more inside]
posted by swizzle_stik on Dec 20, 2012 - 7 answers

Is there a non-obnoxious way to promote a book to specific people? [more inside]
posted by Kitty Stardust on Dec 16, 2011 - 8 answers

Please recommend your favourite independent ebook publishers! [more inside]
posted by Chichibio on Jul 22, 2011 - 9 answers

What are some good places to get information about digital publishing? [more inside]
posted by jonathanstrange on Nov 25, 2009 - 3 answers

Looking to find clients who need help with technology in the publishing industry (especially in academic reference and journals). [more inside]
posted by nev on Apr 28, 2008 - 6 answers

I have a web site. I want to write a book based on the topic. I have publishers/agents asking to talk to me, but I don't know if I'm ready. For one thing, I'm not convinced traditional publication is best — I'm intrigued by self-publishing and e-books. I'm looking for general advice: What are the pros and cons of each method? It seems that unless I'm lucky, traditional publishing offers the lowest dollar return. But are there other, intangible benefits I'm missing? Exposure? Having somebody who knows what they're doing guide me along? And how do I approach a discussion with agents/publishers so as to get the best deal? [more inside]
posted by jdroth on Jan 7, 2008 - 13 answers