The Economics of Furry Book Publishing

We recently got the chance to speak with Kit Silver and ask some questions about some of the business aspects of Furry Book Publishing. 

Kit Silver is a seasoned business wolf who spent years navigating the Silicon Valley rat race before shifting his focus to creative ventures. A board member of Sofawolf Press, Kit co-founded the Sofawolf Academy with Jeff Eddy, CEO of Sofawolf Press, to foster a space where Furry writers—both new and established—can grow their voices. Currently working with 24 Carat Words, Kit develops new business, promotes the works of author Kyell Gold, and advocates for the power of storytelling and the importance of media literacy.

Buddy: Hi Kit, thanks for taking the time to chat with us! I don’t really know much about the world of publishing. 

When I go to buy a book from an independent author online, I’m always wondering how the platform I buy from impacts the authors downstream. Are different platforms/storefronts more profitable for independent authors than others? Does that vary between formats?

Kit: Great question! The answer is a bit complicated, but I can give you a quick rundown from my experience working with small presses and indie publishing.