put that self out there
8th September 2018 | for Creatives | writing, reaching your audience, KEEP CREATING, publishing, agents, Hugh Howey |
"The time to start marketing is when you have lots of works to offer, or one of your works takes off, or you land a special deal somewhere with an agent or publisher or media outlet. Until then, the way to market is to be yourself and to put that self out there."
Similar for Creatives
Worry about the writing and nothing else
"Worry about the writing and nothing else. Don't worry about sales, agents, publishers, any of that. Get a dozen works under your belt of whatever length you feel comfortable writing, polish them within an inch of perfection, and get them out there. The rest can be a slow burn."
Keep writing
"Keep writing. Publishing new work keeps your brand fresh and gives you regular opportunities to connect with new readers. Never get so wrapped up in trying to sell your work that you neglect the passion to keep writing."
focus on what I do best
"I'm happiest and most productive when I shut out all the chatter about 'the business' and focus on what I do best: writing."
People want to read varied perspectives
"People want to read varied perspectives and a lot of publishers and agents who wouldn't take a chance before are finally responding."
