Why Now is the Best Time to be a Writer

Great article by guest blogger Jessica Baverstock on Kristen Lamb’s blog.

Kristen Lamb's Blog

Those of you who follow my blog know that optimism IS my super-power. Yes, The Digital Age can be daunting. We are entering uncharted territories and often we have to learn by trial and error. One of my peeves is when “statistics” compare earnings or “success” of traditional authors with self-published and indie authors.

Traditional has had generations to shape and mold a business model, whereas the new forms of publishing are still in their infancies. But, I promise you those babies are gonna grow up FAST and boy will they have an appetite.

Just to throw my in two cents; one of the LARGEST blessings of social media is we have unprecedented access to experts. Need to know about guns, law enforcement procedures, geography, whatever? SOMEONE is happy to give the answer. I had a writer friend in Europe who wanted to set part of her book in Texas…

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2 responses to “Why Now is the Best Time to be a Writer

  1. Glad you enjoyed the post, Cynthia. 😉 Thanks for reblogging.

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