memoir publishing Archives

The Self-Publisher’s Safety Net: Why Legal Reviews Matter More Than You Think

Legal reviews for memoirs aren’t paranoia but essential protection, while ISBN ownership and pre-order timing can make or break your publishing success. Smart authors treat these unsexy business fundamentals as insurance policies for their creative dreams.

When Platform Founders Write Tell-Alls: The Substack Memoir That Changes Everything

When Authors Equity announced they’re publishing Substack founder Hamish McKenzie’s memoir, it revealed a fascinating irony about traditional publishing courting the very disruptors changing the industry. This deal signals a fundamental shift in how we think about creative economics and author-reader relationships.