Barbara Doyen

Archive for the Book Business Category

Both for Fiction and Nonfiction Books

More about bookstores returning books to publishers for refunds and how it affects the trade book industry, authors and new writers. Read the rest of this entry »

Why Writers Should Love WalMart Stores

A publishing professional discusses the many advantages and a few risks for writers and publishers whose material is sold through Wal-Mart stores. Read the rest of this entry »

What is a first book edition? Why are they valuable? How do you know if you own one? Read the rest of this entry »

What Happens When Bookstores Send Books Back to Publishers for a Refund

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What is a crash book and who writes them?

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What happens when the media leaks out vital information contained in a nonfiction book before the book is available for sale in bookstores?

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