A Picture is Worth a Thousand Sales
How much does the cover really matter to the reader? Industry stats will tell you, they mean everything, because that’s what’s selling titles. This week I’ve battled with creating my own.
The Hardback Debate Misses the Point
A row in the Guardian this week saw journalist Larry Ryan calling for the death of the hardback, and his readers responding with the kind of fierce defence usually reserved for the monarchy. As a publisher who produces hardbacks regularly, I think both sides are missing the point, and the more interesting question is the one nobody is asking.
What Actually Happens After You Finish Writing a Book
Finishing a manuscript is a major milestone, and it marks the point where publishing decisions begin to matter most. This stage shapes how a book communicates, holds its position, and reaches the readers it was written for.