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The Publishing Playbook
About The Publishing Playbook: a Page One Media® Podcast
Are you a published writer trying to get noticed? A first-time author who wants to better understand the publishing system? Are you writing a book right now and wish you understood more about the next steps? The Publishing Playbook offers listeners a behind-the-scenes look at how book publishing works today and how to break through the noise in today’s publishing and media landscapes.
Hosted by Sarah Russo of Page One Media®, The Publishing Playbook spotlights authors, publishing professionals from across the eco-system, and other experts shaping the literary conversation — on and off the page. Each episode provides real, actionable insight into how publishing works, from understanding agents, acquisitions, and advances right through to promotion and how to maintain momentum between books. A guide to publishing from Page One to The End! Authors will talk about both their latest work and the paths that brought them there, while publicists, agents, editors, and publishing professionals across the industry will talk about their perspective on a rapidly evolving industry and best practices. Thoughtful, strategic, and deeply informed by publishing experts, The Publishing Playbook delivers lasting value to anyone navigating the business of books.
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