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Should I Start My Own Publishing Company? Myth vs. Reality

by | Apr 10, 2025 | Podcast for Authors

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Should I start my own publishing company? It’s a question more and more authors are asking as they navigate today’s complex publishing landscape. The idea of creating your own imprint has gained popularity in author communities—promising more credibility, easier bookstore access, and even a way to sidestep the stigma of being “just” self-published.

But should you start your own publishing company, or is it just another publishing myth dressed up as a shortcut to success?

In this episode, we pull back the curtain on what it really means to become your own publisher. We break down the pros and cons of starting your own publishing company, debunk common misconceptions, and explore who this strategy is best suited for—and who might want to avoid it.

You’ll learn:

•What it takes to legally and professionally start a publishing company

•How bookstores and distributors view author-run imprints

•Whether starting a publishing company truly boosts credibility and sales

•Hidden costs and time commitments you may not have considered

•Real-life examples of authors who benefited from this path—and those who didn’t

Whether you’re looking to build a full-scale publishing brand or simply want to enhance your professional image as an author, this episode offers a clear-eyed look at the decision-making process. If you’ve been asking yourself, “should I start my own publishing company?”, this episode is a must-listen.

Tune in to get the clarity you need to decide if launching your own imprint is the right next step—or an unnecessary detour—in your publishing journey.

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