Houghton Mifflin Harcourt “Temporarily” Stops Buying New Books is the latest headline in the publishing industry.

It looks as if another large publisher may be dwindling. It also appears that this will work to encourage authors to use independent small publishers and print-on-demand.

If you are a writer, don’t be discouraged. People are still reading and books will still be available. However, to have a successful book, you need to be prepared to market it yourself. Even if you’re with a big publisher, you need to have your own marketing plan.

The difference, you’ll have to invest in yourself. You can do it and our book, $uccess
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Wishing you Successful Writing,

Maralyn D. Hill
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