Here are the questions racing about in my head:
1. If a writer is unwilling or unable to work on developing a long "Great American Novel", is it worthwhile to continue to write shorter books to entertain but without a meaningful message?
2. If there is little monetary gain for the time devoted to novel-writing, is it worth continuing?
3. Should a writer consider giving even more time to marketing, promoting, presenting programs, doing book signings, etc. if the potential gain appears limited?
4. More people than ever appear to be self-publishing. Is this a better route for authors than continuing with a small publisher? I've read that mid-list and even some big mainstream authors are going this route.
The book publishing world is crazy and growing ever crazier. What do you think?
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3 comments:
Wow! Um... Shorter stories are good. I know a lot of people who've self-published their short stories. And I'm with a small publisher and don't intend to go indie. At least not until I learn a lot more. But they do so much that I never could.
I'm still trying to figure out a lot of this stuff myself. I personally think short stories or non literary works are worth it if its what you love. I'm willing to put in hours and hours without getting paid because its what I love to do. I would like to get paid someday though!Simply Sarah
Alex, I can't help but wonder. I've never tried self-publishing a short story or a novel, but it's amazing to read about those who are with apparent great success.
Sarah, if you love it, do it!
I feel torn between the two, and right now I'm more torn toward painting.
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