Posted on August 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek
The publishing experts we follow have plenty of business and marketing advice and news to offer.
Here are the ones that we thought were can't-miss for our authors:
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The AALA updates its canon of ethics: Victoria Strauss shares key changes to the Association of American Literary Agents' professional guidelines and her own perspective on whether they accomplish what they purport to do; for those wondering, there is no language addressing AI, yet (Writer Beware).
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Choosing the right voice for your audiobook: Veteran narrator Hannibal Hills walks you through the process of seeking, assessing, and striking a deal with the right voice for your audiobook (Jane Friedman).
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Yes, anthologies and collections can win book awards: Hannah Jacobson confirms that not only are anthologies and collections eligible for book awards, they're also in a position to maximize the momentum of receiving critical honors (Alliance of Independent Authors).
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How to know it's time to hire a book marketing company: Penny Sansevieri lists seven signs that an author is ready for professional help along with what knowledge they should have before embarking on the search (Author Marketing Experts).
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