Vanity Press

Pronunciation: /ˈvænəti prɛs/

Definitions of vanity press

noun a type of publishing company that specializes in publishing books at the author's expense

Example Sentences

A1 A vanity press is a company that publishes books at the author's expense.

A2 Authors who can't find traditional publishers sometimes turn to a vanity press.

B1 Using a vanity press can be a costly way to get your book published.

B2 Some vanity presses offer additional services like marketing and distribution.

C1 Authors should be cautious when considering a vanity press to avoid scams.

C2 Experienced authors may choose to use a vanity press for more control over their publishing process.

Examples of vanity press in a Sentence

formal The author decided to self-publish their book through a vanity press.

informal I heard that author went with a vanity press to publish their book.

slang Some writers prefer to use a vanity press instead of traditional publishing.

figurative Using a vanity press can sometimes be seen as taking a shortcut in the publishing world.

Grammatical Forms of vanity press

• plural: vanity presses
• comparative: more vanity press
• superlative: most vanity press
• present tense: vanity press
• future tense: will be vanity press
• perfect tense: has been vanity press
• continuous tense: is being vanity press
• singular: vanity press
• positive degree: vanity press
• infinitive: to vanity press
• gerund: vanity pressing
• participle: vanity pressed

Origin and Evolution of vanity press

First Known Use: 1960 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'vanity press' originated from the idea that authors who self-publish their work out of vanity or self-importance would pay to have their books printed.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe authors who self-published due to vanity, the term has evolved to encompass any self-publishing author regardless of motivation.