The content discusses the comparison between a one-off book, a series, and a career in writing, emphasizing the role of agents and publishers in helping authors monetize their work while navigating the publishing process.
Category: The Business of Writing
Understanding Writing: Genres and Audience
The author reflects on her writing journey. She emphasize the importance of understanding different genres, knowing one’s audience, and treating writing as a business. Aspiring writers should develop a social media presence and identify their measures of success.
Key Lessons from Six Years in the Book Business
The author reflects on six years in the book business, planning to share insights through blog posts. Key topics include writing, editing, publishing options, marketing strategies, and personal measures of success. Despite challenges and costs, the author remains optimistic about learning and improving the writing process while inviting audience engagement.
Join the Two Book Launch & Coming Soon Party!
It’s the most wonderful time, of the year! Come have a holiday treat and come get a copy of Back… Read more Join the Two Book Launch & Coming Soon Party!
The End of SSS5
Hitting the road for me is a form of therapy. When I began my Solo Ski Sojourns six years ago… Read more The End of SSS5
Sheltering with the Skijourn Sisters
Cathy and I had stopped at Costco and Smiths to get groceries for the next leg of the trip. The… Read more Sheltering with the Skijourn Sisters
Ski Santa Fe
I’ve spent the past five years travelling and skiing solo. So now, is the new chapter going to be different?… Read more Ski Santa Fe
Peace Out! What brings you peace?
Snowflakes falling softly from the sky. I’m snug in my home, fire burning brightly, wool slippers on, hot drink in… Read more Peace Out! What brings you peace?
Recovery Road
Several years ago Bob Bryan of the tennis doubles fame had hip surgery in 2018. His YouTube rehab videos became… Read more Recovery Road
Home Again, Home Again, Jiggity Jig.
With a hurt left leg that was swelling and bruising, my return to Denver and the prospect of driving 825… Read more Home Again, Home Again, Jiggity Jig.
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