独立出版是一种不同于传统出版、主要满足小众群体阅读需求的出版行为。独立出版是在我国出版业发展的基础上兴起的潮流,有其鲜明的独立性,且与其他出版方式有所区别。本文通过论述独立出版的概念和特点,其在国外、中国大陆和中国台湾地区的发展现状,以凸显独立出版的存在意义。 Independent publication is a publication different from the traditional publishing, mainly to meet the needs of minority audiences. Independent publication is a trend that has arisen on the basis of the development of the publishing industry in our country. It has its distinct independence and is different from other publishing methods. This paper discusses the status quo of independent publishing by discussing the concept and characteristics of independent publishing, its development status in foreign countries, mainland China and Taiwan.