Posted on June 10, 2026 at 2:00 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek
The publishing experts we follow have plenty of advice to offer, spanning a variety of topics.
Here are the ones that we thought were can't-miss for our authors:
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Why?: Kathleen McClearly shows how the question that can be so frustrating coming from a kid (repeatedly) can vastly improve your story (Writer Unboxed).
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One way to tell if a publisher actually has distribution: Tanya Hall explains that the word "distribution" is often used without much meaning in the publishing world and shares the questions that any author considering a publisher should actually ask (Jane Friedman).
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Best social media platforms for authors in 2026: This practical guide breaks down ten platforms that matter for authors, listing each one's pros and cons and actual audience (Alliance of Independent Authors).
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Member Q&A podcast: Hear a recording of Anna Featherstone's webinar on writing, publishing, and promoting nonfiction that sells (Alliance of Independent Authors).
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