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The Business of Being a Writer
Written by Jane Friedman
Narrated by Tavia Gilbert
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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About this audiobook
Writers talk about their work in many ways: as an art, as a calling, as a lifestyle. Too often missing from these conversations is the fact that writing is also a business. The reality is, those who want to make a full- or part-time job out of writing are going to have a more positive and productive career if they understand the basic business principles underlying the industry.
The Business of Being a Writer offers the business education writers need but so rarely receive. It is meant for early-career writers looking to develop a realistic set of expectations about making money from their work or for working writers who want a better understanding of the industry. Writers will gain a comprehensive picture of how the publishing world works-from queries and agents to blogging and advertising-and will learn how they can best position themselves for success over the long term.
Jane Friedman has more than twenty years of experience in the publishing industry, with an emphasis on digital media strategy for authors and publishers. She is encouraging without sugarcoating, blending years of research with practical advice that will help writers market themselves and maximize their writing-related income. It will leave them empowered, confident, and ready to turn their craft into a career.
The Business of Being a Writer offers the business education writers need but so rarely receive. It is meant for early-career writers looking to develop a realistic set of expectations about making money from their work or for working writers who want a better understanding of the industry. Writers will gain a comprehensive picture of how the publishing world works-from queries and agents to blogging and advertising-and will learn how they can best position themselves for success over the long term.
Jane Friedman has more than twenty years of experience in the publishing industry, with an emphasis on digital media strategy for authors and publishers. She is encouraging without sugarcoating, blending years of research with practical advice that will help writers market themselves and maximize their writing-related income. It will leave them empowered, confident, and ready to turn their craft into a career.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Many people instinctively relate writing with a life of poverty. The impression is that majoring in English literature instead of, say, engineering will forecast a worse economic existence down the road. The “starving artist” stereotype thus comes into play. In this book, Friedman disagrees with this simplistic approach. She shows the many career paths that writing can take, including some more lucrative ones. She thus empowers readers (who are writers!) to make informed decisions about their lives and prepare themselves for further success.Friedman’s background is important to note. She worked in a publishing house for over a decade before moving into academe. Thus, she has business experience that most academics lack. She has taught this material to students and now codifies it in book form. This combination of academic and business experience gives her an advantage that few writers have. Reading her words conveys deep wisdom to readers.Many of the traditional career trajectories are discussed, like how to land a book deal, work with a literary agent and an editor, and navigate legal frameworks. Also discussed are ways to thrive in a digital world by creating a personal digital marketing strategy. Blogging, social media, and the changing economics of journalism are all analyzed at length. These newer topics set this book apart from competitors as being on top of its game.Many students want to pursue a life in writing, but may be scared of sacrificing financial prosperity. Friedman teaches these aspirants ways that they can maintain their love of letters while providing for themselves – and, perhaps, a family – along the way. This book, comprehensive in scope, educates this audience well. It can also teach those more experienced about how the world of literary business is organized, particularly in the digital sphere. Economic success, like other forms of success, comes with studied decision-making. This book can position aspiring writers to succeed in spades.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Very informative for the writer. I enjoyed this book and would recommend it.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5This book had a lot of useful information!