Ashante Thomas's Blog

Freelancer ▪ Acquisitions Editor

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September 15, 2024

Setting Yourself Up for Success Post-Contract

Once you’ve signed that coveted book contract, the journey is far from over. In fact, it’s just beginning. The following are three actions to take to ensure a smooth and successful publication process. You can have an efficient, successful publishing experience by following these steps. Continue reading

Publishing Tips

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July 3, 2015

Identifying 3 Ways to Locate Copyright Holders

You’re publishing a piece and decide that a text (poem, song lyrics, book quotes longer than 500 words) or visual someone else created would help illustrate your point. You don’t want to include the other party’s work without written permission from that party because (1) you could be sued if she finds out and (2)… Continue reading

Permissions 101

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June 27, 2015

Reprinting figures: When to Pursue Formal Permission

Any images, graphics, or other visual representations need to be properly attributed. Continue reading

Permissions 101

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About Me

Rooted in the rhythms of Motown and most at home on Midwest hiking trails, I am an editor with a career that bridges trade and scholarly publishing. Whether working in continental philosophy, Holocaust studies, or my current focus on health and fitness, I respect the creative process and the dedication it takes to bring a book to life. When I am not tending to my backyard patch of cabbage, I use this space to clear my mind and share practical insights. My goal = help nonfiction authors demystify the publishing journey and enjoy a much richer experience from manuscript to marketplace.

#CopyrightClearanceCenter

Setting Yourself Up for Success Post-Contract

Identifying 3 Ways to Locate Copyright Holders

Reprinting figures: When to Pursue Formal Permission