Career questions tagged online-publishing
What are good resources for an aspiring writer to get their start?
Hi there! I am a college-bound senior who is planning to major in English. I am hoping to have a career in creative writing, whether it be screenwriting, poetry, short stories, or more. Does anyone know of good resources for someone trying to start out in the field of writing? I have tried to find online scholarships and competitions, as well as publishing online for poetry, but I am having trouble figuring out what is legit or will actually help me in my career. #Spring26
Can I be a self distributing author?
What are the requirements to be a self distributing author. Everyone so far has been going the Amazon or lulu route. I want to build my own website and sell my book via my own website. I want to be able to buy my book in bulk (which I have not figured out yet) I want to be able to package and distribute. So I get all the profit. I control all of the marketing and my book can feel like my own. is this a good idea?
How can I publish a book?
I have written a novel and need some help figuring out how to publish it. #writing #author #literature #publishing #online-publishing
How long before the college application deadlines should I ask my teachers for a letter of recommendation?
This question was asked by a high school junior who knows college application deadlines are approaching for the seniors of her school. She wants to get a jump on her letters of recommendation, and she wants to know how soon is too soon for the request. She's interested in pursuing an english degree and finding a career in publishing. #college #english #college-applications #publishing #college-advising #online-publishing