Hybrid Huzzah

Hybrid Publishing: The Best of Both Worlds—And the Future of Books There was a time—not so long ago—when authors had only two choices: fight for a traditional publishing deal or go it alone in self-publishing. One meant playing the waiting game, hoping for a gatekeeper’s approval; the other meant learning to wear every hat—editor, designer, marketer, distributor—whether you wanted to or not. Neither path was perfect, and countless incredible books fell through the cracks. Hybrid publishing is not new to...

Support for Los Angeles

Let Us Help Rebuild Your Library If you are a teacher, librarian or family that has been affected by the L.A. wildfires, we'd love to help rebuild your book collection. We have a large selection of baby board books and children's picture books that we are happy to donate. Email us with what you'd like, and we'll work with you to coordinate shipping. publicity@thecollectivebook.studio Our hearts are with you, Los Angeles.  

8 Tips for Using Up Your Hanukkah Leftovers

Left with extra latkes, brisket, chicken, and Hanukkah gelt after your holiday celebrations? Here are eight ideas for using up your leftovers and extending the holiday spirit. First, some tips for reheating and storage. If you have more latkes than you can use, freeze them in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer the pancakes to an airtight freezer bag or container. To reheat from frozen, place them on a baking tray and bake at 350 degrees F...

How to Achieve a New Year Reset: A Step-by-Step Guide from Career Break Compass

Did you know that 80% of New Year's resolutions fail by February?  That's because most people jump into changes without a proper reset strategy. They dive headfirst into new habits and goals without clearing the mental and physical clutter first. It's like trying to build a house on shaky ground - eventually, everything comes tumbling down. A new year reset isn't just about making resolutions - it's about creating a clean slate and building a strong foundation for lasting change....

All About Æbleskiver

It was a distinct pleasure to work with Pim on her gorgeous Æbleskiver cookbook, which highlights her creativity and love of this classic treat. From the very beginning, I was inspired by the wide array of traditional and unusual flavors and after seeing her colorful photographs (which drove me out to buy an æbleskiver pan of my own) I wanted to try every. single. one. With the holidays coming, I can’t think of a better cookbook to go to for...

Behind the Book: The Sea Hides A Seahorse

I have always loved the ocean! I love the way the light sparkles on the water, the rhythm of the waves, and the sound of the surf. But what I love most of all is the mystery of what lies beneath its surface and how this hidden world is home to more than a million marine species, most of them still unknown to us. Still, my love of the ocean is not why I wrote my debut picture book, The...