What is another word for vanity press?

Pronunciation: [vˈanɪti pɹˈɛs] (IPA)

"Vanity press" is a term used to refer to self-publishing companies that offer writers the opportunity to print their books in exchange for payment. The term is often used in a derogatory manner, implying that the author is narcissistic for paying to have their work published instead of seeking out traditional publishing routes. Alternative terms for "vanity press" include self-publishing, author-pays publishing, and subsidy publishing. While some may still view self-publishing as a vain pursuit, it has grown in popularity in recent years due to the rise of e-books and the accessibility of online platforms such as Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing.

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What are the hypernyms for Vanity press?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    self-publishing, alternative publishing, independent publishing, print-on-demand services.

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