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Although the frequency has varied over the years, the United States has had a long-term relationship with book banning. In recent years especially, we have seen an astonishing increase in this practice. Approximately 3,362 recorded book-banning instances occurred from 2022 to 2023, and that number is rising.
Stand with the Banned: Thoughts on Book Banning Practices in the United States Read MoreThere are phenomenal indie presses in the U.S. that cater to any specific niche a writer might enjoy.
Indie Press Spotlight Read MoreIt all began with a penguin in a zoo. Read more about the history of paperback books!
The Intriguing History of Paperback Books Read MoreThis blog was adapted from the panel “Open Pedagogy: Who, What, Where, How, and Why” presented by the UNG Press at the 2019 USG Teaching …
How Open Pedagogy Helps Students and Teachers Read MoreToday’s virtual world is fraught with danger. From the prince of a faraway country asking for money to complex computer viruses disguised as helpful software, …
Avoiding Predatory Publishers Read MoreAs a writer, receiving a rejection is inevitable, but there is always a chance the text you have been working on still has opportunity at …
How to Handle A Rejected Submission Read MoreChildren’s books can be a confusing genre. The notes below explore genre standards among different children’s books and provide resources for further research. These notes …
Children’s Books: Industry Standards and Resources Read MoreIt’s time. You’re finally ready to submit your writing to a press. After many hours of researching and editing, it would certainly be a shame …
Putting Your Best Foot Forward: Guidelines for Submitting a Manuscript Read More