WP #179 - Indie Authors: Prepare for the Artisan Age


If there is a book that you want to read, but it hasn't been written yet, you must be the one to write it.” —Toni Morrison

Dear Reader.

How has your week been going? Did you keep writing?

At my house, the time has been split about 50-50 between non-fiction and fiction, but I want that percentage to lean more 40-60, with fiction taking the bigger share of my time in 2024.

With that goal in mind, I have decided to discuss one topic per week in Writing Pursuits Tips. Hopefully, that change will make it easier for you to digest and more sustainable for me to produce. Not to worry, as in today's topic, you should find multiple tips and resources.

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Today's Tip - Beyond Ebooks: Understanding the Appeal of Tangible Media in 2024

Today, let’s talk about the crossroads for indie authors as we enter a post-pandemic landscape where tangible media, personal connections, and artisan products are in demand.

This week's question is: What’s the story behind your favorite tangible media item, and why does it hold such significance for you? Please share.

Reply to ​kmckee@writingpursuits.com​. I look forward to your answers.

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Thanks for reading this week's tips.
Keep writing!

Kathrese McKee
Owner, Writing Pursuits LLC

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