Reclaim The Book (Or why I’m launching $100 book)
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Author Paul Millerd shares his experience rejecting a $70,000 offer from Penguin Random House for his self-published book 'The Pathless Path,' which was already earning $10,000 monthly in royalties. He critiques the traditional publishing industry's standardized approach, short-term focus, and tendency to extract creative control from authors. Millerd argues for reclaiming creative ownership and announces a $100 premium edition of his book as an experiment in author-first publishing, inspired by historical figures like William Morris who prioritized craft and beauty over mass production.
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Caring Is Incidental To Most Publishing HousesThe Publishing Industry Isn’t Broken, But it Sometimes Breaks PeopleGet Paul Millerd’s stories in your inboxThis Creates Unnecessary Cynicism at ScaleTo Reclaim the Book, We Must Care About The Book ItselfMy Contribution4.6K Impressions