Maren Chase

Crueler Mercies

**Consideration** means reviewing manuscripts and deciding which book we want to publish. At the end of this phase, we offer an author a book deal.

Consideration

**Editorial** has several phases, which occur on a parallel track with early cover designs.

Editorial

**Design** includes the cover process and interior layout, as well as format decisions like paper stocks and special treatments.

Design

**Printing** means the final files are at the printer and we’re reviewing color proofs and early off copies hot off the press.

Printing

**Published** is when the book releases into the world! Go give it some love.

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Zoranne Host

I am the founder of the online fantasy book club Fantasy & Frens, one of the largest groups on Fable with over 12,700 members. Building a tight-knit community has been the most rewarding part of being a bookish content creator. Some of my favorite books are *The Way of Kings* by Brandon Sanderson, *Jade City* by Fonda Lee, *The Sword of Kaigen* by M. L. Wang, and *The Shadow of the Gods* by John Gwynne.

Zoranne | Fantasy Book Reviews

Fantasy & Frens is publishing epic stories that will appeal to new and seasoned fantasy readers.

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