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Publishing a book in the USA typically involves choosing between traditional, self, or hybrid publishing. In traditional publishing, you submit your manuscript to an agent or publisher, and if accepted, they handle editing, design, and distribution—often at no upfront cost, but with lower royalties and less creative control.

Self-publishing, on the other hand, gives you full control over every step—editing, cover design, formatting, and uploading to platforms like Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)—with higher royalties but upfront costs. Hybrid publishing combines elements of both, offering professional services for a fee while letting you retain more rights and earnings. Whichever path you choose, the process starts with a polished manuscript and a clear understanding of your publishing goals.