r/Write2Publish
4k members
r/Write2Publish is a subreddit with 4k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and self-promotion, and the community frequently discusses writing, publishing, self publishing, book, and essay.
Publishing is in great flux these days, and this offers both great opportunities but also great confusion for authors. This sub is dedicated to those who are considering publishing (regardless or route: self, small press, big-six).
It's a place to ask questions and find resources to help navigate the turbulent waters.
Popular Themes in r/Write2Publish
#1
Advice Requests
: "Free Publishing Resources!"
21 posts
#2
Self-Promotion
: "Paid Publishing Opportunity - Simily.co"
12 posts
#3
News
: "Common Ground in the Debate of Self v. Traditional Publishing"
12 posts
#4
Pain & Anger
: "Traditional publishing is 'no longer fair or sustainable', says Society of Authors"
8 posts
#5
Solution Requests
: "An End-to-End Review of Reedsy.com (Useful if you're looking for editors or cover design)"
1 post
#6
Money Talk
: "ALCS Report on Author's Earning"
1 post
#7
Opportunities
: "Fantasy Writing Contest open for submissions"
1 post
Popular Topics in r/Write2Publish
#1
Writing
: "Things I Can Say About MFA Writing Programs Now That I No Longer Teach in One"
172 posts
#2
Publishing
: "Self-publishers starting their own Publishing imprints"
84 posts
#3
Self Publishing
: "One big way that book publishing startups can succeed now"
62 posts
#4
Book
: "I recently publishing my new Book Black Snow. Id appreciate any advice !!"
38 posts
#5
Essay
38 posts
#6
Amazon
: "Debate: Is Amazon The Reader's Friend? : NPR"
36 posts
#7
Author
: "Indie Author goes from unknown to #1 bestselling in his genre, and shares his pre-launch marketing tips"
32 posts
#8
Ebooks
: "Will The Success Of Ebook Subscription Services Be Good For Publishers, Authors And Readers?"
29 posts
#9
Authors
: "Why Traditionally Published Authors Are Choosing to Go Indie"
29 posts
#10
Marketing
: "Indie author goes from unknown to #1 bestselling in his genre, and shares his pre-launch Marketing tips"
26 posts
Member Growth in r/Write2Publish
Yearly
+556 members(15.7%)
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Last updated: July 17, 2026