Wednesday, December 3, 2014

IWSG post!

So after a bit of a hiatus, I'm back with another IWSG post!

Lately, I've been putting a lot of thought into what I want in my writing career. In today's writing world, there are more options than ever. I've always been someone to consider all potential ways to do something, so naturally I've been looking into the pros and cons of both traditional and indie publishing.

After a lot of thought and self reflection, I have decided I'm going to start my journey into indie publishing! I had amazing luck and won a consultation with Susan Kaye Quinn, a successful indie writer. I've read a few books on self-publishing, but chatting with her really made me realize that indie is the path I want to try.

With any method of publishing there are insecurities, but taking my whole writing career into my own hands is scarier than hell! But it's also exciting! I'm hoping through the learning process I can get over my insecurities (or some of them, at least). No matter what, I know I'll learn a lot.

Anyway, stay tuned as I post more of my dive into the indie publishing world. Right now I'm revising my manuscript one last time, and then will have it edited and find some beta readers. I'm also starting to write the sequel!

16 comments:

  1. Susan is awesome, you'll learn a lot from her. Plus, you can always be a hybrid author--someone who does both indie and traditional publishing. I know several authors who do that. I'm an indie author, but thinking about submitting my new book (when it gets written, lol) to traditional publishers. It will be a new experience. Good luck, Genissa!

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    1. Very true, Gwen! It's so nice to have options and not be limited to one way or the other. Good luck with the writing and submitting of your new book! :)

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  2. Good luck with diving into Indie publishing! I remember when I had that decision before me. It was so exciting and scary, but I'm glad I made the choice I did.

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    1. Thanks, Patricia :) I'm both scared and excited, too!

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  3. You can do it! Talk with others who have paved the way. And check out our list of self-publishing resources at the IWSG blog. Diane puts that page together, so she'd be another good person to ask.

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    1. Thanks for the info, Alex. It's so nice to be part of a writing world where people are so helpful and genuinely try to encourage one another :) I'll definitely be looking into those resources soon.

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  4. Best of luck with your chosen path.
    None of them are easy, but worth it.
    Heather

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    1. Thanks, Heather :) I think the successes that are hard in life have the biggest payout :) And for today's writer, you're right, there is no easy path, but all worth it in the end.

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  5. nice to meet a fellow IWSG-er. best wishes on your publishing journey.

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    1. Thanks, Michelle! It's nice to meet you, too :)

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  6. Congrats on your decision- that's half the battle there! Looking forward to keeping up w/how it goes for you. And when you have your book ready to go, I'd love to host you!

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    1. Thanks, Leandra! I'll definitely take you up on that when I get there :) I think posting my choice on my blog was a huge step for me. It made my decision seem more official, so now I'm trying to get down to business and make it happen!

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  7. I definitely congratulate you on your decision! I remember that feeling, which was a little less than a year ago now. And it certainly was terrifying. I agree with Gwen Gardner in that the option of being a hybrid author will always be available. Looking forward to following you along on your journey!

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    1. Thanks, Anna! I've really enjoyed reading your blog to hear about your journey over the last year!

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  8. I'll be interested in reading how this journey progresses. Good luck.

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