tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post4170099595281892785..comments2024-03-08T20:57:25.380-08:00Comments on Julie Musil, Author: In the Middle—the Small Publisher DebateUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger68125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-80916545447974140012014-02-24T23:02:47.593-08:002014-02-24T23:02:47.593-08:00You nailed it, Alex. My experience with the middle...You nailed it, Alex. My experience with the middle has been good, frustrating, disappointing, charming, good, frustrating. In the end I had to remind myself that I was one of a very special group: published author. Eventually, all new things become like old and the excitement does wear off. Great post, Alex! Hi Julie!Joylene Nowell Butlerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04497637513532136615noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-64311245870773874212014-02-24T19:52:45.760-08:002014-02-24T19:52:45.760-08:00Lee and Morgan, I think that's key—to be open ...Lee and Morgan, I think that's key—to be open to different forms and different paths. We never know where they'll lead!Julie Musilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02150454913885915017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-86085232257812338572014-02-24T17:12:09.004-08:002014-02-24T17:12:09.004-08:00I think Alex is beyond cool. (And you too, Julie!)...I think Alex is beyond cool. (And you too, Julie!) So this post is a win/win! <br /><br />I love all forms of publishing. I think what matters is that we find where we fit in best. I know I'm definitely open to whatever will be right for me. Such a wonderful/insightful post. <3 Morganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15747144518868320969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-2283458560852512712014-02-24T16:46:16.372-08:002014-02-24T16:46:16.372-08:00What I think is great about this post is that it s...What I think is great about this post is that it shows just how many choices authors have now. That is truly freeing and very exciting. Thanks, Alex and thanks, Julie for hosting him. <br /><br />p.s. I've left a little something for you, Julie. It's over at The Write Game. cleemckenziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15456109243453726483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-55957078938050087372014-02-23T13:08:36.435-08:002014-02-23T13:08:36.435-08:00Robyn, whatever works, right?
Leslie, that's ...Robyn, whatever works, right?<br /><br />Leslie, that's all right. Although feel free to comment anytime.<br /><br />Liz, yes it is!<br /><br />Emma, best of both worlds - I like that.Alex J. Cavanaughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09770065693345181702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-36880126376860559902014-02-23T06:06:51.130-08:002014-02-23T06:06:51.130-08:00I've had a wonderful experience working with a...I've had a wonderful experience working with a small publisher. It really is like being part of a family, and I definitely think it's a case of the best of both worlds - no upfront costs, input into cover designs, quality editing, and higher royalties than traditional publishers. I couldn't be happier! But as with everything, I'd recommend researching first.ELAdamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11390894357209056149noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-480765870622343752014-02-22T09:25:59.135-08:002014-02-22T09:25:59.135-08:00Find what fits - no matter what, writing is the ea...Find what fits - no matter what, writing is the easy part it's the marketing that's hard, but with the right support - all doable!Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-49466567839452859742014-02-22T07:10:42.865-08:002014-02-22T07:10:42.865-08:00Oh, yes, small can definitely lead to big! I'v...Oh, yes, small can definitely lead to big! I've heard several stories of authors starting with a small publisher, then signing with an agent and getting a big contract. <br /><br />Other authors love the small pub route and wouldn't have it any other way.<br /><br />Winners either way!Julie Musilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02150454913885915017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-15634491416158033952014-02-22T04:11:28.561-08:002014-02-22T04:11:28.561-08:00Thanks for this info. I've been wondering abou...Thanks for this info. I've been wondering about working with small publishers. Like everyone said, there's a lot of options to consider.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13134207130107912591noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-16142346836973523942014-02-22T00:33:26.116-08:002014-02-22T00:33:26.116-08:00I think there are lots of wonderful small and medi...I think there are lots of wonderful small and medium publishers. There are lots of options for writers and that is a good thing. Great post!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-82570762462132467882014-02-21T21:34:48.010-08:002014-02-21T21:34:48.010-08:00Thank you Alex and Julie-I am always intrigued to ...Thank you Alex and Julie-I am always intrigued to learn more. I think small can lead to big~ Ellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070952447277684613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-25223469716061420942014-02-21T20:19:29.651-08:002014-02-21T20:19:29.651-08:00Thanks for the inside scoop on the small publisher...Thanks for the inside scoop on the small publisher road, Alex. Nice to hear such a positive spin on that option. I had a great experience with a small publisher in a short story anthology, I agree it's so nice to feel a personal connection. Love your blog! I'm a reader, but a crummy commenter. I admire from afar.Leslie S. Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17122865337924270039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-26144794526502589922014-02-21T17:26:22.314-08:002014-02-21T17:26:22.314-08:00That's what's so great about today's p...That's what's so great about today's publishing climate…authors have so many choices! Big 5, small pub, indie. It's a great time for us.Julie Musilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02150454913885915017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-39566963692021415922014-02-21T15:58:59.453-08:002014-02-21T15:58:59.453-08:00Alex has a great way of getting right down to the ...Alex has a great way of getting right down to the essentials. I agree that it's up to the individual what's best for them. I feel quite comfortable in the small pub arena. Nicki Elsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11412032684225126973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-61554211276227718692014-02-21T15:39:07.168-08:002014-02-21T15:39:07.168-08:00Seems a small publisher offers the best of both wo...Seems a small publisher offers the best of both worlds. But it doesn't seem to me a matter of what I choose. I would love to have any publisher, big or small, offer me a contract - to get my book in the most hands as possible. However, I'm great going the self-publish route too. Thank you, Julie and Alex.<br /><br />xoRobynRawknrobyn.blogspot.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15997241410192066577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-26490230197565063922014-02-21T12:28:42.129-08:002014-02-21T12:28:42.129-08:00Susan, that made me chuckle!
Susan, that made me chuckle!<br /><br />Alex J. Cavanaughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09770065693345181702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-31135833196410953642014-02-21T11:42:53.100-08:002014-02-21T11:42:53.100-08:00My publisher is considered mid-size now. I'm s...My publisher is considered mid-size now. I'm seeing a lot of folks who are self-publishing and having good success. That looks like a much better way to go than in the past when self-publishing was really frowned upon. <br /><br />Thanks for a great post, Alex. Thanks for having him as your guest, Julie.<br /><br /> <a href="http://marymontaguesikes.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Mary Montague Sikes</a> Notes Along the Way with Mary Montague Sikeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17417679983279135001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-5861802485038987432014-02-21T09:09:08.910-08:002014-02-21T09:09:08.910-08:00I'm not sorry that I chose to self-publish my ...I'm not sorry that I chose to self-publish my first novel, but I may look into some of the smaller presses with the next one. Maybe. Depends on how darned old I am by the time it's ready for prime time.<br /><br />Great info. Thanks!Susan Flett Swiderskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09425315552148200073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-82981272235666834572014-02-21T06:53:46.347-08:002014-02-21T06:53:46.347-08:00Jamie, I hope so!
Carrie, that was sad what happe...Jamie, I hope so!<br /><br />Carrie, that was sad what happened with your publisher.Alex J. Cavanaughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09770065693345181702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-5013493703153698522014-02-20T18:38:31.393-08:002014-02-20T18:38:31.393-08:00I think many small publishers are great options - ...I think many small publishers are great options - but I'd echo the suggestions to do some digging before signing! :)Jemi Fraserhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02214408467456320167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-17780044482807943412014-02-20T18:22:56.838-08:002014-02-20T18:22:56.838-08:00These comments are so interesting. I would imagine...These comments are so interesting. I would imagine the experience relies totally on which publisher we're talking about. Thanks for sharing with us!Julie Musilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02150454913885915017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-60658695707635262302014-02-20T17:26:34.571-08:002014-02-20T17:26:34.571-08:00Well said, Captain! :) I used to be with a small p...Well said, Captain! :) I used to be with a small publisher, but it's not something I'd do again. Carrie Butlerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01540590799406170410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-75751546056626299532014-02-20T16:24:53.509-08:002014-02-20T16:24:53.509-08:00Coming from a small publisher myself, I'd agre...Coming from a small publisher myself, I'd agree with that pro or con list . . . I bet you helped someone in the middle make a decision today :-) Thanks for all your support, Alex!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-6168695816473103502014-02-20T15:40:53.651-08:002014-02-20T15:40:53.651-08:00Nice info Alex. There really are so many choices o...Nice info Alex. There really are so many choices out there.H. R. Sinclairhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06715450637785127208noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4206355073837906221.post-81769616078620633462014-02-20T13:59:49.446-08:002014-02-20T13:59:49.446-08:00Laurisa, it is.
Susan I've been lucky my publ...Laurisa, it is.<br /><br />Susan I've been lucky my publisher continues to advertise my books.<br /><br />David, now you know!Alex J. Cavanaughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09770065693345181702noreply@blogger.com