What You Need to Know to Be a Pro; The Business Start-Up Guide for Publishers

Bridges the gap between Publishing and Business. Designed as a guide for both traditional and self-publishers, What You Need to Know to Be a Pro takes you step by step through the creation of a publishing business, from choosing a name and getting a resale license, to paying royalties and collecting sales tax. It also shows the process of creating a book, from applying for an ISBN and working with an author, to editing and design. With helpful advice from industry experts and an extensive resource list, What You Need to Know to Be a Pro will help you become a professional and successful publisher.