Inside the Chinese Publishing Market in 2025: Digital Dominance, Global Reach, and Political Complexity

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Chinese publishing market in 2025 - Featured

Introduction The Chinese publishing industry is a paradox wrapped in innovation, propelled by staggering digital growth while hemmed in by strict government control. On the one hand, it is riding a technological wave, with digital content reaching unprecedented domestic and international consumption levels. On the other hand, it navigates a complex regulatory landscape where content … Read more

What We Can Learn from Famous Authors About Rejection

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what we can learn from famous authors about rejection

Introduction Rejection is one of the most universal yet deeply personal experiences in any creative career. Writers know this exceptionally well. From the earliest drafts to the final submissions, rejection looms as a constant possibility. Whether it’s a curt “not for us” email or complete silence after submission, the sting of rejection can be disheartening. … Read more

How Donald Trump’s Second Term Is Reshaping the American Publishing Industry

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How Donald Trump’s Second Term Is Reshaping the American Publishing Industry

Introduction In the wake of Donald Trump’s return to the White House, the American publishing industry is confronting a wave of uncertainty, tension, and transformation. Trump’s second term has brought a familiar intensity—a blend of political upheaval, cultural polarization, and combative rhetoric—that is once again testing the resilience of publishers, writers, academics, and journalists.  This … Read more

The Future of Book Covers: Where Design Meets Discovery

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The future of book covers - featured

Introduction The book cover, once a purely functional element meant to shield a work’s pages from wear and tear, has transformed over centuries into one of the most important tools in publishing. It’s no longer just an artistic expression or a protective layer—it’s a marketing asset, a discovery signal, a cultural product, and, increasingly, a … Read more

How AI Makes Predatory Journals More Dangerous

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How AI makes predatory journals more dangerous - featured

Introduction Predatory journals have long plagued the academic publishing ecosystem, but their threat has entered a far more dangerous phase thanks to advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). Often disguised as legitimate scholarly platforms, these journals exploit the “publish or perish” culture that defines academia. The write-up discusses how AI makes predatory journals more dangerous in recent … Read more