The Entrepreneurial Author: Developing a Business Mindset for Writing Success

The Entrepreneurial Author: Developing a Business Mindset for Writing Success

Hey there, fellow word witches! I'm guessing if you're reading this, you're either already part of the magnificent world of writing, or you're contemplating stepping into it. Now, when we picture an author, we often imagine a solitary figure hunched over a typewriter, lost in a world of their own creation. But times are changing, and today's successful authors are not just creators, but entrepreneurs in their own right.

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Cultivating Writerly Discipline by Regina Buttner

Cultivating Writerly Discipline by Regina Buttner

I’m excited to share a special guest post from Regina Buttner, author of the psychological thriller Down a Bad Road.

Any new skill that we set out to learn requires practice and discipline. As an amateur runner who once ran the Chicago Marathon (never mind how long it took me!), I approach my physical conditioning in the same way that I approach the craft of writing.

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How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome as an Author

How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome as an Author

Have you ever felt like a fraud in your writing career? Do you worry that others will discover that you're not as talented or knowledgeable as they think you are? If so, you're not alone. Many writers struggle with imposter syndrome, a persistent feeling of inadequacy and self-doubt despite evidence of one's accomplishments and abilities.

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