The Scripta Blog

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A sharp look at how Fifty Shades of Grey reveals the publishing industry’s shift toward mass-produced, commodified literature—and what that costs readers. Free book sample included!

Leadership isn’t a title, and it isn’t a promotion. It’s the daily decision to take ownership of your choices when the pressure is on. That’s the heartbeat of John Bentley’s new book I Lead Me, which is now open for eBook preorder through Huntsville Independent Press and Obol House Publishing Company.

At Huntsville Independent Press, we’re thrilled to announce that Samuel Barrett’s Orange Crush: The Neglected 1971 Houston Astros is officially available for pre-order in paperback today, with the full release set for September 19, 2025.

When I first began reviewing contracts from major publishing houses, I was struck by how effortlessly their legalese disguises lifetime entanglements.

If you’re new to publishing, the term "imprint" may seem like a technical word found in contracts or copyright pages. But for serious authors and publishers who value meaningful work, an imprint is more than just a label.

For aspiring authors across North Alabama and beyond, the dream of publishing a book often begins with one essential question: How much will this cost me?

Big news today — The Thorn and the Rose by L.J. Henley has officially arrived, and we couldn’t be more excited to finally share it with you.

We’re thrilled to share exciting updates from award-winning author Faye Rapoport DesPres, whose recent work continues to garner attention in both poetry and prose circles.