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The Business of Being a Writer
$6.99
By ["Jane Friedman"]
Writing is an art—but making a living from it is a business.
The Business of Being a Writer is a practical, no‑nonsense guide for anyone who wants to turn their writing into a sustainable career. Drawing on decades of experience in publishing and digital media, Jane Friedman demystifies how the writing world actually works—from finding opportunities and understanding agents to building an author platform and generating multiple income streams.
This comprehensive guide walks writers through every stage of a professional journey: breaking into publishing, navigating traditional and self‑publishing, freelancing, blogging, launching books, and monetizing expertise through teaching, memberships, and more. Clear, realistic, and deeply informed, it focuses not just on getting published—but on surviving and thriving long‑term.
Whether you’re just starting out or reassessing your path, this book offers the knowledge, strategy, and perspective writers need to build a career that lasts.
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