{"id":1073,"date":"2026-06-17T11:58:29","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T11:58:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/?p=1073"},"modified":"2026-06-17T11:58:29","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T11:58:29","slug":"traditional-publishing-vs-self-publishing-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/traditional-publishing-vs-self-publishing-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Traditional Publishing vs Self-Publishing: Which Is Right for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Selecting between the two options, whether to <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">self-publish<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or opt for <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">traditional publishing, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">requires a strategic approach.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many writers consider <\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/book-publishing.php\"><b>Professional Book Publishing Services<\/b><\/a><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> pivotal to that decision-making, because the real concern is not \u201c<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">who prints the book?\u201d<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> but <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cwhich path enables the book to reach readers, gain credibility, and generate revenue?\u201d <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The response is directly correlated with your goals, budget, timeline, and the workload you are ready to retain in your own hands.<\/span><\/p>\n<section class=\"banner popup_open\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow\">Your Publishing Path<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"headline\">Traditional Publishing vs Self-Publishing: Which Is Right for You?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"subtext\">One gives you prestige and advances. The other gives you control and royalties. Compare both paths side-by-side and choose your winning route.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn\" href=\"#contact\">Get Free Publishing Guide<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/traditional-publishing-vs-self-publishing-guide\/#Traditional_Publishing_VS_Self-Publishing\" >Traditional Publishing VS Self-Publishing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/traditional-publishing-vs-self-publishing-guide\/#Role_and_Relevance_Of_Hexa_Digital_Solutions\" >Role and Relevance Of Hexa Digital Solutions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/traditional-publishing-vs-self-publishing-guide\/#Final_Verdict\" >Final Verdict<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Traditional_Publishing_VS_Self-Publishing\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditional Publishing VS Self-Publishing<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditional publishing is the old school: a publisher first chooses the manuscript, then makes an advance payment to the writer, manages editorial and production tasks, and takes on distribution responsibilities and much of the commercial risk. Self-publishing spins this model.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The author assumes the publisher role solely, either by managing the entire process directly or by outsourcing it to service providers. This gives the author far more authority over pricing plans, timing-related targets, and documentation + intellectual rights.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, the comparison is significant for decision-making: traditional publishing trades control for support, whereas self-publishing trades support for ownership.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1077\" src=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Traditional-VS-Self-Publishing-Hexa-Digital-Solutions.jpg\" alt=\"Traditional VS Self Publishing - Hexa Digital Solutions\" width=\"1774\" height=\"887\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Traditional-VS-Self-Publishing-Hexa-Digital-Solutions.jpg 1774w, https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Traditional-VS-Self-Publishing-Hexa-Digital-Solutions-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Traditional-VS-Self-Publishing-Hexa-Digital-Solutions-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Traditional-VS-Self-Publishing-Hexa-Digital-Solutions-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Traditional-VS-Self-Publishing-Hexa-Digital-Solutions-1536x768.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1774px) 100vw, 1774px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing Between Self-Publishing &amp; Traditional Publishing<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Publishing is happening at a much faster rate, which, in turn, is fragmenting readers at almost the same pace.<\/span> <em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.publishersweekly.com\/pw\/by-topic\/industry-news\/publisher-news\/article\/96468-self-publishing-s-output-and-infuence-continue-to-grow.html\">More than 2.6 million books<\/a><\/strong><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> were self-published in 2023, a major portion through Amazon\u2019s Kindle Direct Publishing ecosystem.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This validates the large share claimed by the independent market. Simultaneously, a 2023 survey published in<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/books\/2025\/mar\/21\/more-are-published-than-could-ever-succeed-are-there-too-many-books\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em><strong>The Guardian<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, based on input from 2,000 self-published authors, revealed that almost half earned more than USD 20,000 in revenue, and 28% earned more than USD 50,000.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This further reinforces that self-publishing is no longer the \u201cfallback\u201d option people once overlooked. The old gatekeeper model, that is, traditional publishing, still prevails, but the landscape has changed from all directions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In light of changes in market trends and insights, traditional publishing has also adapted to greater flexibility. According to<\/span> <em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/business\/harry-potter-publisher-bloomsbury-sees-fy-2024-25-results-ahead-market-view-2024-05-23\/\">Reuters<\/a><\/strong><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Bloomsbury\u2019s recent results were boosted by strong demand for fiction amplified by TikTok and Instagram.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A separate Amazon supply negotiation revealed how even major publishers remain tightly reliant on platform access and distribution deals. In other words, publishing success now depends on both editorial quality and market visibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<section class=\"banner popup_open\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow\">Choose Your Adventure<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"headline\">Traditional vs Self-Publishing \u2014 Which Path Makes You a Happier Author?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"subtext\">Advances, royalties, creative control, timelines \u2014 we break down the pros and cons so you can make the right call for your book and your career.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn\" href=\"#contact\">Claim Free Author Consultation<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<h3><b>\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which Path Is Best For Which Author?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditional publishing is more beneficial when the writer is looking for editorial support, reliable retailers, and high-reach distribution channels &#8211; particularly for types of books that require physical presence at bookstores, media pitching, or a strong brand halo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other hand, self-publishing often complements authors who require speed, creative control, higher per-copy margins, and the ability to react quickly to market demand.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The trade-off is straightforward: self-publishing allows you to enjoy freedom and authority, but it also passes the full financial and creative workload.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is where the comparison offers practical implications. For those authors comparing the <\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/top-book-publishing-companies-in-ireland-you-should-know\/\"><b>Top Book Publishing Companies in Ireland you should know<\/b><\/a><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or shortlist the <\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/top-7-book-publishing-companies-in-ireland\/\"><b>Top 7 Book Publishing Companies in Ireland<\/b><\/a><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; the smartest strategy would be to look beyond prestige.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is recommended that writers critically dissect the offer in terms of editing support, rights terms, distribution reach, and the extent of marketing support that would actually be provided. These should be the core deciding factors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The same logic shall be applied to <\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/irish-book-publishing-trends-authors-need-to-know\/\"><b>Irish Book Publishing Trends Author\u2019s Need to Know<\/b><\/a><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: platform access, reader discovery, and speed, which are the main variables driving the publishing equation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Challenge vs. The Apt Response<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most common miscalculation by authors is assuming that the publishing model will handle marketing as well. In reality, it will not. Traditional publishing might provide direction, but it can\u2019t guarantee complete reach to readers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-publishing might accelerate the marketing process, but without design, editing, and promotion, the book may become part of the clutter. This signals the core <\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/book-publishing-challenges\/\"><b>Book Publishing Challenges and How to Overcome Them<\/b><\/a><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The apt response would be to treat the book like a product and the writer like a brand. Professional editing, a well-designed cover, high-quality metadata, and a proper strategic launch plan are equally significant in the case of both models.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then, there are challenges emerging on technological fronts due to advancements in AI and shifts in expectations. Reuters and The Guardian both confirm that the publishing market is under immense pressure to maintain a certain pace and stay human.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To overcome these challenges,<\/span> <em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/books\/2024\/nov\/21\/microsoft-launches-imprint-to-speed-up-traditional-book-publishing\">Microsoft\u2019s new imprint<\/a><\/strong><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> was created to expedite the traditional publishing cycle, while a<\/span> <em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/24jerusalem.com\/en\/uk-books-without-artificial-intelligence\/\">new \u201corganic literature\u201d certification<\/a><\/strong><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has also been introduced to differentiate human-written books from AI-generated content.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This indicates where the market is being directed: efficient workflows, enhanced automation, and additional value placed on authenticity and originality.<\/span><\/p>\n<section class=\"banner popup_open\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow\">No More Confusion<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"headline\">Traditional Publishing vs Self-Publishing: Which Is Right for You?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"subtext\">Stop wasting months submitting to agents when you could be publishing. Or avoid costly self-publishing mistakes. Get clarity in minutes.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn\" href=\"#contact\">Talk to a Publishing Expert<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Role_and_Relevance_Of_Hexa_Digital_Solutions\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Role and Relevance Of Hexa Digital Solutions<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1078\" src=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Endless-Possibilities-Hexa-Digital-Solutions.jpg\" alt=\"Endless Possibilities - Hexa Digital Solutions\" width=\"1774\" height=\"887\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Endless-Possibilities-Hexa-Digital-Solutions.jpg 1774w, https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Endless-Possibilities-Hexa-Digital-Solutions-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Endless-Possibilities-Hexa-Digital-Solutions-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Endless-Possibilities-Hexa-Digital-Solutions-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Endless-Possibilities-Hexa-Digital-Solutions-1536x768.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1774px) 100vw, 1774px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The current market trends for both types of publishing make <\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/\"><b>Hexa Digital Solutions<\/b><\/a><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019 role more relevant in the ongoing, evolving era. Based in Dublin, Hexa already offers services across digital marketing, branding, mobile apps, e-commerce, and content-driven growth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For writers, it is advisable to seriously consider such service providers because publishing alone is only half the job. The remaining half is discoverability.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A strong author website, smart SEO, email capture, launch campaigns, and social content can demarcate between a book that silently rests on a shelf or some online space and a book that actually sells.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That is also where <\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/website-design.php\"><b>website design and development services<\/b><\/a><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/digital-marketing.php\"><b>Ireland digital marketing services<\/b><\/a><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and even <\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/hexadigitalsolutions.ie\/mobile-application.php\"><b>Ireland mobile app development services<\/b><\/a><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can provide backing to an author brand that aspires to grow beyond a single title.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Hexa\u2019s Professional Book Publishing Services are very helpful for writers who wish to achieve targets more than just file conversion. Editing manuscripts, proofreading, cover design, formatting, ISBN registration, and global distribution are areas that provide maximum benefit only when integrated into a broader visibility strategy.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We can call it the practical edge: not just publishing the book, but supporting it so it gets found, trusted, and bought.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Verdict\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Final Verdict<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We can\u2019t declare a universal winner in the contest between traditional publishing and self-publishing. Traditional publishing is best for writers who value support, validation, and retail reach. Self-publishing is best for writers who value speed, ownership, and higher upside.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The actual deciding factor shall not be <i>\u201cwhich model is <\/i><i>better<\/i><i>?\u201d<\/i> but <i>which one best aligns with your plans, resources, and growth goals.<\/i> Pick the path that pushes your book to travel, not just to be stationed. The role of Professional Book Publishing Services is to make that journey smarter, not messier.<\/p>\n<section class=\"banner popup_open\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow\">Publish With Confidence<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"headline\">Traditional Publishing vs Self-Publishing: Which Is Right for You?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"subtext\">No gatekeepers. No rejections. No regrets. Understand exactly what each path offers \u2014 and which one fits your book and your personality best.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn\" href=\"#contact\">Start My Free Publishing Assessment<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<h3><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQ<\/span><\/em><\/h3>\n<div id=\"accordions-1074\" class=\"accordions-1074 accordions\" data-accordions={&quot;lazyLoad&quot;:true,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1074&quot;,&quot;event&quot;:&quot;click&quot;,&quot;collapsible&quot;:&quot;true&quot;,&quot;heightStyle&quot;:&quot;content&quot;,&quot;animateStyle&quot;:&quot;swing&quot;,&quot;animateDelay&quot;:1000,&quot;navigation&quot;:true,&quot;active&quot;:999,&quot;expandedOther&quot;:&quot;no&quot;}>\r\n                <div id=\"accordions-lazy-1074\" class=\"accordions-lazy\" accordionsId=\"1074\">\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"items\"  style=\"display:none\" >\r\n    \r\n            <div post_id=\"1074\" itemcount=\"0\"  header_id=\"header-1781696355858\" id=\"header-1781696355858\" style=\"\" class=\"accordions-head head1781696355858 border-none\" toggle-text=\"\" main-text=\"What is the 90\/10 rule for authors?\">\r\n                                    <span id=\"accordion-icons-1781696355858\" class=\"accordion-icons\">\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-active accordion-plus\"><i class=\"fas fa-chevron-up\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-inactive accordion-minus\"><i class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                    <\/span>\r\n                    <span id=\"header-text-1781696355858\" class=\"accordions-head-title\">What is the 90\/10 rule for authors?<\/span>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"accordion-content content1781696355858 \">\r\n                <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">According to this rule, 10% is the idea, and 90% is about discipline, editing, and marketing when it comes to the success of writing.<\/span><\/p>\n            <\/div>\r\n    \r\n            <div post_id=\"1074\" itemcount=\"1\"  header_id=\"header-1781696356457\" id=\"header-1781696356457\" style=\"\" class=\"accordions-head head1781696356457 border-none\" toggle-text=\"\" main-text=\"Is traditional publishing still worth it?\">\r\n                                    <span id=\"accordion-icons-1781696356457\" class=\"accordion-icons\">\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-active accordion-plus\"><i class=\"fas fa-chevron-up\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-inactive accordion-minus\"><i class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                    <\/span>\r\n                    <span id=\"header-text-1781696356457\" class=\"accordions-head-title\">Is traditional publishing still worth it?<\/span>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"accordion-content content1781696356457 \">\r\n                <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For prestige, support, and retail reach, traditional publishing remains relevant.<\/span><\/p>\n            <\/div>\r\n    \r\n            <div post_id=\"1074\" itemcount=\"2\"  header_id=\"header-1781696357011\" id=\"header-1781696357011\" style=\"\" class=\"accordions-head head1781696357011 border-none\" toggle-text=\"\" main-text=\"Do you make more money with a publisher or self-publishing?\">\r\n                                    <span id=\"accordion-icons-1781696357011\" class=\"accordion-icons\">\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-active accordion-plus\"><i class=\"fas fa-chevron-up\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-inactive accordion-minus\"><i class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                    <\/span>\r\n                    <span id=\"header-text-1781696357011\" class=\"accordions-head-title\">Do you make more money with a publisher or self-publishing?<\/span>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"accordion-content content1781696357011 \">\r\n                <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Generally, self-publishing is assumed to receive higher royalties, but traditional publishing can do better if its advance payment and distribution deals are strong.<\/span><\/p>\n            <\/div>\r\n    \r\n            <div post_id=\"1074\" itemcount=\"3\"  header_id=\"header-1781696357497\" id=\"header-1781696357497\" style=\"\" class=\"accordions-head head1781696357497 border-none\" toggle-text=\"\" main-text=\"What are the disadvantages of self-publishing?\">\r\n                                    <span id=\"accordion-icons-1781696357497\" class=\"accordion-icons\">\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-active accordion-plus\"><i class=\"fas fa-chevron-up\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-inactive accordion-minus\"><i class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                    <\/span>\r\n                    <span id=\"header-text-1781696357497\" class=\"accordions-head-title\">What are the disadvantages of self-publishing?<\/span>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"accordion-content content1781696357497 \">\r\n                <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Main disadvantages include: a self-funded project and an extra workload, as quality and marketing management are in your own hands.<\/span><\/p>\n            <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n            <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Selecting between the two options, whether to self-publish or opt for traditional publishing, requires a strategic approach.\u00a0 Many writers consider Professional Book Publishing Services pivotal to that decision-making, because the real concern is not \u201cwho prints the book?\u201d but \u201cwhich path enables the book to reach readers, gain credibility, and generate revenue?\u201d The response 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