The Business of Being a Writer

De: Jane Friedman

Narrado por: Tavia Gilbert

Duración: 11 h y 33 m

Resumen del Editor

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 20 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.

©2018 Jane Friedman (P)2019 Tantor

Very helpful

Very well written, and the reader did a wonderful job.

In regards to the content, it was incredibly thorough. Honestly, I’m going to need to listen to this multiple times because there is so much valuable information. I bought the book here on Audible, then bought a second copy in paperback, so I could easily look things up for reference. I recommend having a fresh notebook to dedicate to this book.

I will be showing this book to my writing group, and I don’t regret buying two copies.

EXTREMELY HELPFUL!!

With years of experience in the industry, Jane Friedman provides intelligent information and insight on all aspects of the publishing process. She expands the information on her website and in her blog making this book a must read for new or aspiring authors. The narrator, Tavia Gilbert, gave an impeccable performance.
Excellence in audio format.

More Thorough Than I Could Have Imagined

After listening to the first few chapters of this book, I ordered the paperback as well. This is an invaluable resource for all things writers need to know about working as a writer! I will be going through it again, making notes. A must-have for all serious writers.

Comprehensive, but not clear recommendation on a successful path.

This book covered every aspect of being and authorpreneur. It was written like a choose your own adventure without a clear recommendation on how to be successful.