The TGEP Publishing Encyclopaedia
Clear answers to the questions every writer asks.
A practical publishing reference library covering writing, editing, production, publishing, marketing, bookselling and the author’s career.
One Connected Resource
Understand the complete journey from manuscript to reader.
Each guide is written to answer a real publishing question and connect readers to the next subject they may need.
Start Here
Choose where you are in the publishing journey
Begin with the stage that best matches your present need.
I am writing a book
Develop the idea, structure the manuscript and prepare it for serious review.
Explore WritingI want to publish
Understand publishers, submissions, contracts, ISBNs, editing and production.
Explore PublishingI have published a book
Learn about marketing, distribution, visibility, sales and author development.
Build an Author CareerThe Knowledge Library
Twelve pillars of publishing knowledge
Explore the complete publishing ecosystem through connected guides, articles, definitions, checklists and reference material.
01
Writing
Ideas, planning, discipline, research, drafting and manuscript preparation.
Explore Writing02
Storytelling
Plot, character, dialogue, voice, setting, structure and narrative technique.
Explore Storytelling03
Editing
Developmental editing, line editing, copyediting and proofreading.
Explore Editing04
Publishing
Submissions, publishers, contracts, rights, royalties and publication models.
Explore Publishing05
Book Production
Book design, typography, printing, paper, binding, covers and ebooks.
Explore Production06
Book Marketing
Positioning, launches, reviews, publicity, media and reader visibility.
Explore Marketing07
Selling Books
Distribution, retail, bookstores, libraries, institutions and online sales.
Explore Book Sales08
Author Career
Author identity, visibility, long-term development and professional practice.
Explore Author Career09
Publisher Knowledge
Editorial systems, acquisitions, production, lists and publishing operations.
Explore Publisher Knowledge10
Literary World
Festivals, awards, magazines, competitions, residencies and opportunities.
Explore the Literary World11
Publishing Directory
Find publishers, agents, editors, illustrators, designers and printers.
Open the Directory12
Reference Library
Glossaries, templates, checklists, forms, FAQs and publishing definitions.
Explore Reference MaterialHow the Library Works
From complete guides to quick answers
Different questions require different levels of detail.
Cornerstone Guides
Comprehensive guides to major publishing subjects.
Complete Guides
Detailed explanations of important individual topics.
Focused Articles
Direct answers to specific questions writers ask.
Reference Material
Definitions, templates, checklists and practical tools.
Common Publishing Questions
Find a direct answer
Begin with one of the questions most frequently asked by writers.
Editorial Standards
Knowledge written to be useful
Every TGEP knowledge page follows the same editorial principles.
Complete
Each guide should answer the reader’s real question, not merely introduce it.
Accurate
Information is written to withstand professional and practical scrutiny.
Neutral
Publishing models are explained before any service or pathway is presented.
Timeless
The library prioritises durable publishing knowledge over temporary trends.
Connected
Every page guides the reader naturally towards the next relevant subject.
Human
The language remains clear, direct and free from unnecessary marketing noise.
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