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Ep 72: Simple (and Essential) Reminders for Authors
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With the book publishing industry overflowing with titles vying for attention, I aim to guide aspiring authors through the important steps of writing and publishing high-quality books that get noticed.
In this episode of Write the Damn Book Already, we'll a few reminders every author (including myself) can benefit from hearing (or hearing again), including:
- The pitfalls of prioritizing speed over substance and the pressures that can lead writers to rush the creative process
- How to assemble a dream team, even if you're an indie author
- A new strategy for managing overwhelm, one piece at a time
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Lucy E.M. Black - The Brickworks
The Shit No One Tells You About Writing Podcast featuring Lucy E.M. Black
WTDBA episode with Sarahlyn Bruck
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