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title: "Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing"
description: "Please [review this post](https://www.bluepenbooks.com/help/self-publishing-vs-traditional-publishing/) for a full breakdown of the pros and cons of self-publishing and traditional publishing. | **Self-Publishing Pros** | **Self-Publishing Cons** | | --- | --- | | Can be faster | Less reach | | Guaranteed…"
url: "https://www.bluepenbooks.com/help/self-publishing-vs-traditional-publishing/"
updated: "2023-10-23"
category: Publishing
tags:
  - Independent
  - Traditional
---

# Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing

Please [review this post](https://www.bluepenbooks.com/help/self-publishing-vs-traditional-publishing/) for a full breakdown of the pros and cons of self-publishing and traditional publishing.

| **Self-Publishing Pros** | **Self-Publishing Cons** |
| --- | --- |
| Can be faster | Less reach |
| Guaranteed publication | No support |
| Complete control | Up-front costs |
| High royalty percentage | No inherent prestige |
|  | No advance |

| **Traditional Publication Pros** | **Traditional Publication Cons** |
| --- | --- |
| Agent and/or publisher support | Long process |
| No up-front costs | No guarantees |
| Advance | Limited control |
| Career opportunities | Low royalty percentage |

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