Is 'Self-publish' No Longer a Dirty Word? Author Solutions Inc. CEO Kevin Weiss explains why some major publishers now are embracing this model.
Extra: How does this type of publishing impact the industry?
Weiss: … One thing that it means is that there's more choice for people. I think we're going through a transition. ... And that old standby model, which was, "I give you a big advance, you give me a manuscript, and we'll publish the book and print lots of copies, and cross our fingers and hope you're a success," just doesn't work anymore. It's a very risky model, and it's one that I don't believe can stand completely on its own. ... There will be a lot of opportunities in the future for people to experiment with different methods of publishing. … We want to help participate in those changes that are taking place. And, where appropriate, we'd like to be the catalyst for change. ...