INFOGRAPHIC: Should you self-publish or go traditional?

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In today’s publishing world, writers have lots of options. You can publish at a Big 5 press, publish with a small press, publish with a micropress, or self-publish both digitally and in print. This handy infographic breaks down whether self-publishing or traditional publishing is the right choice for you.

Self-Publishing or Traditional Publishing: Which Should You Choose?

Courtesy of: The Write Life

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