In a move that’s sending ripples through the publishing industry, Hachette Book Group recently cancelled the U.S. and U.K. publication of Shy Girl by Mia Ballard after evidence surfaced that the manuscript was heavily generated using artificial […]
When AI Crosses the Line: What SHY GIRL Means for Writers Read More
For many writers, an offer from a small press feels like validation wrapped in a PDF. The language is friendlier than a Big Five contract. The editor seems accessible. The terms look “standard.” It’s tempting
Small Press Publishing Contract Checklist: What Authors Should Review Before Signing Read More
Sidebar Saturdays is back. Version 2.0. Same author. Slightly more opinionated. I took a break from the blog to finish writing a book. The blog went quiet, but publishing law—and the publishing industry—most definitely did
What Publishing Contracts Won’t Tell You (Especially Small Press Contracts) Read More
Every book contract, whether traditionally published or self-published through Amazon, contains warranty and indemnity clauses. Authors tend to see the demands made in these provisions as grossly unfair and unreasonable. And for good reason. Warranty
Reduce the Sting of Warranty and Indemnity Clauses in Publishing Contracts Read More
Many writers are keen to publish in magazines and newspapers, whether online or in print. These publications offer the perfect opportunity for name recognition, public exposure for a writer’s creative portfolio, and, depending on the
Negotiating Magazine and Newspaper Publishing Contracts Read More
When I was at ThrillerFest two years ago (a writing conference in NYC for, you guessed it, thriller writers), I moderated a panel on negotiating publishing contracts. The panel consisted of two agents, two publishing
Traditional And Self-Publishing Contracts – When To Say, NO! Read More
