Reality Check: 6 Publishing Trends for 2026
About this episode
Matt and Lauren revisit their predictions for the publishing industry in 2026 to see if they have come true.
In this episode, Matt & Lauren look to the past to see if they were right about the future! Way back in December 2025 we suggested 6 trends we expected to see in the publishing industry this year… 6 months later, we’re checking in to see whether or not our visions are manifesting into reality. 🎱 Are more publishers seeing print-on-demand as a competitive advantage? 🔮 Are more authors investing in brand-building via hybrid publishing contracts? 🎱 Has AI been integrated into most pub...
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