Book funding refers to financial support provided to authors, publishers, or literary projects to help cover the costs of producing and distributing books. This funding can come from various sources, including grants, crowdfunding, or investors, and is often aimed at promoting diverse voices and innovative ideas in literature. Many organizations and foundations offer book funding to encourage the publication of works that might not otherwise find financial backing. This support can help authors pay for editing, design, printing, and marketing, ultimately making it easier for them to share their stories with a wider audience.