What Is The Traditional Publishing Industry Really Like? | Ep. 206 | The Merry Writer Podcast

EPISODE SHOW NOTES One big decision all writers face is the matter of publishing: traditional or self? It's not an easy choice, which is why Ari and Rachel are joined on the podcast this week by Wendy Simpson who discusses what the traditional publishing industry is really like. In this episode, we cover: The main benefits of traditional publishing Benefits of having an agent What control the author has A typical publishing timeframe Extras authors might not know about traditional publishing As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. ABOUT WENDY SIMPSON Wendy has been writing since the age of five and finished her first novel at fourteen. Her debut novel Tinderbox and its sequel Tarotmancer are available both in-store and online. Tinderbox made the Top 100 on the Amazon Best Sellers List in Black &African American Fantasy Fiction and is the 2022 GOLD Winner for Fantasy Foreword Reviews Indie Award. When she’s not writing, she’s reading, working in her garden, or gaming and streaming on Twitch under the handle Runic Nightshade. She shares her home with her older brother and two diva cats. Website | Twitter | Instagram | TikTok WANT TO BE A GUEST ON THE SHOW? We are accepting guest applications for The Merry Writer Podcast! If you would like to be considered, please take the time to read our FAQs Page. Once you've read everything, please fill in the Google Form linked on that page if you feel you could be a good fit. Due to high interest, our guest slots for 2024 are almost filled. Applications are still open, but we may take a while to get back to you. SUPPORT THE PODCAST Patreon If you want to support our show and show our little podcast extra love, you can do by becoming a patron. Consider popping over to our Patreon Page and snap up some goodies for as little as $1 a month! Share If you enjoy our podcast, please share episodes on social media to spread the word about our show. CREDITS Hosts Ari Meghlen & Rachel Poli Music Intro & Outro – “Inspired” composed and produced by Kevin MacLeod of http://www.incompetech.com | Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Special Thanks Our patrons, Kristen Poli & Plottr