the business or profession of preparing and issuing books, journals, newspapers, or other material for sale
From publish, from Middle French publier, from Latin publicare
The industry has transformed dramatically with digital technology
Publishing gatekeepers were historically male; women's books faced higher rejection, smaller advances, and male pseudonym pressure.
Actively name women publishers, editors, and authors. Acknowledge ongoing disparities in publishing advances and review coverage.
Women founded independent presses (City Lights, Virago, Seal Press); credit them when discussing publishing alternatives.
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