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Organic Apocalypse
14 July 2025

Reference works; Press & journalism; Publishing industry; Self-help & personal development; Memory improvement & thinking techniques

Your personal journey to publication.

Do you know the difference between an independent publisher and a self publisher? Have you written a book but don't know what your options are? Are you baffled by how the publishing industry has transformed in the last twenty years? How does crowdfunding fit in? If you have pondered these questions, then this is the book for you!

Join multi-genre author, creative writing tutor, editor and mentor Karl Drinkwater for an informal overview of book publishing. He explains the concepts and processes involved, and lays out the pros and cons of all your options. By the end of it you'll be in a position of knowledge about the process of turning an idea into an item you can hold in your hands.

This book will be useful to anyone with a part-finished manuscript who wonders: what on earth am I going to do with this labour of love? It is aimed at new authors, yet packs in enough information and tips that even experienced writers should learn something new.

Note: this work is 100% human-created, crafted with love by the author. No generative AI has been used in the writing or editing.

By: Karl Drinkwater
Imprint: Organic Apocalypse
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 29mm
Weight: 658g
ISBN: 9781911278412
ISBN 10: 191127841X
Pages: 570
Publication Date: 14 July 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Karl Drinkwater writes dystopian space opera, dark suspense and diverse social fiction. If you want compelling stories and characters worth caring about, then you're in the right place. Welcome! Karl lives in Scotland and owns two kilts. He has degrees in librarianship, literature and classics, but also studied astronomy and philosophy. Dolly the cat helps him finish books by sleeping on his lap so he can't leave the desk. When he isn't writing he loves music, nature, games and vegan cake. Don't miss out! Enter your email at karldrinkwater.substack.com to be notified about his new books. His website is karldrinkwater.uk

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