21 Nov E43. Getting Paid in Traditional Publishing versus Self-Publishing
Welcome back to The Rebel Maker Podcast. In this episode, we’re diving into a conversation that authors in publishing circles keep bringing up: “Should you pay or be paid to publish a book?”. I’m going to keep it real and break down how authors get paid in traditional publishing and self-publishing. This way instead of going along with baseless declarations you may see out there, you get to choose which type of publishing (and payment) makes the most sense to you. In this episode: [02:47] Introducing the debate[04:08] The costs that go into publishing a quality book[08:21] How to get money in a traditional publishing book deal[10:41] Understand how royalties and advances work[13:30] Getting paid in traditional publishing versus self-publishing [14:27] The issue with traditional publishing and intellectual property rights[16:33] What a book should do for you[18:07] The people who preach “Never pay anybody for your book” Resources from this episode: Catch up with the bonus episode that’s one of the most consumed topics on this podcast Q: Should You Pay or Be Paid to Publish a Book? Also listen to the full episode 9, Saying Yes to Opportunities with Copywriter And Ghostwriter Tasha Christy.Book a Clarity Call with me at rebelqueen.co Noteworthy quotes from this episode: “If somebody offers you money for your book, it's not free money.” CONNECT WITH MARTI: Facebook Instagram Website: www.rebelqueen.coBook a call: www.rebelqueen.co/contact...