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Since when does being a writer depend on publishing something? You are a publisher when you publish something. You are a writer when you write something. Maybe you are an aspiring publisher?

The Internet offers a wealth of resources for publishers, advertisers, and creatives to explore. It doesn't matter what writing activity you practice and what obstacles you face; you can always find the right tool that will help you get better in your work. To save you from the effort of exploring lots of different tools to find the right ones for your needs, we will list the most effective tools for creative writers, publishers, and bloggers in the continuation.

authonomy is a website from HarperCollins which promises some interesting dynamics. Part social network, part self-publishing (on the net), the site is setup to let authors publish their manuscripts onto the web, and have these rated by, commented on and read by the authonomy community. Top rated or supported books are promised that in the future HarperCollins wants to look at these for possible publishing. The site also contains top ranked books on the frontpage, and an active forum.

Want a publish-ready book manuscript? Here's how a ghostwriter can get you ready to publish.

Poet H. Nelson Fitton published his first book, "Musings" in December 2009. Fitton, 88, of the Franconia area is the author and editor of his book that presents a collection of more than 200 poems written throughout his life, many that have been published prior to the release of his book.

If you want to publish your book through a traditional publishing house, you will need a query letter. Here is all you need to know in one place.

This year, authors Keith Donaldson and Steve Swatt placed finalists in two major categories in the recent 2010 Indie Book Awards.

Titlz intends to provide data and trends on the book publishing industry - historic data, sales rankings on books on Amazon, trends on topics and titles. Although still in development, book industry professionals can currently use TitleZ for free.

Publishing news and views from Jason Pinter, published author.

Diane Eble's blog - copious information on book publishing, marketing, virtual book tours, teleseminars etc

Publishers Weekly - weekly bestsellers of hardcover fiction

The Writing Show by author Paula Berinstein tackles writing tips, interviews with writers, publishers, editors, agents, etc. There are several "threads" of shows including ongoing "reality show" series tracking beginning writers through the process of submitting and revising their work for publication, a "getting published" thread and others also.

The Ruff Draft, a website helping aspiring writers, has the latest on how the new Apple iPad could open the doors to writers for self publishing.

Robin Sullivan provides lots of publishing information.

Michael R. Drew's blog on the book publishing industry. Includes categories such as building your own promotional platform.

Excellent online workshops, by the publishers of Writer's Digest. WOW courses are available in several genres, and you have access to experienced tutors to help through the course.

The publishing industry is changing as are reading habits. Paperbacks are out, ebooks are in; bookshops are closing, Internet sales are booming. So where does this leave the poor old reader? How does he find the books he really wants to read and once he has does he need to do anything about it? Can a reader be content that he's done his bit if he's bought and read a book? Does an author have any right to expect more from him?

New UK website allowing authors and publishers to promote directly to booksellers