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You’re nestled in a bustling coffee shop, surrounded by the delicious aroma of freshly brewed coffee, the melody of your keyboard tapping, and the rush of your imagination flowing like waves crashing into an ocean. Whether you’re in an East London coffee shop by the canal, the Tuscan hills or a garden center cafe in Maui, Hawaii, you can work from anywhere in the world while your writing business supports what you want to achieve from life. . If this sounds appealing, read on.
How do you make this dream come true? The answer may lie in the exciting realm of entrepreneurs.
Writing a novel and turning it into a thriving business can be both thrilling and intimidating. But anything is possible with a passion for writing anywhere in the world and a desire to bring your publishing vision to life. So let’s embark on this journey together and explore some strategies for achieving success as a novelist and entrepreneur. The exciting moment comes when these two facets – writing and building a business – merge and merge, allowing you to become a successful entrepreneur.
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Becoming the storyteller, the novelist
First, we have to write a book. Easier said than done, right? But it can, simply because we all have interesting stories to share and creative imaginations to explore. Therefore, seeing the mark of ink on paper or hearing the melodious sound of the keyboard is much better than meditating. Start writing those words. Here are three key areas that could help you get started as a novelist.
1. Discover your unique voice:
This means letting go of your fears and letting your creativity flow. Write about what matters to you, what lights the fire in your soul. We all have a unique voice; discover yours—the one that sets you apart from everyone else.
2. Embrace learning and growth:
There is no “best formula” when writing a book, but there is a shape or structure that might help you get started. So much literature has been written about storytelling and writing craft, including courses and seminars you can attend. Being a voracious reader is a must and it’s so much fun to learn, research, expand your knowledge and enjoy creating characters and scenes. I attended a four-day crafting seminar a few months ago and will be joining a week-long writing retreat in Italy this year. Learning never ends.
3. Make writing a process of continuous improvement:
Writing a novel should be seen as a marathon, not a sprint, requiring perseverance and determination to build strength and improve with each step. Tenacity is no less important than talent—perhaps more important to success. Talent alone won’t write that book, but persistence will push you to expand your horizons and allow you to gain valuable experience.
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Becoming the author entrepreneur
So, you’ve written an engaging novel, but now it needs to connect with its readers. Self-publishing is indeed a business; consider upfront costs like editing, cover design, website development, marketing, and more.
Here are three key areas that will help you as an entrepreneur.
1. Master the Self-Publishing Business:
Writing is only one facet of being a successful author entrepreneur. You also need to thoroughly understand the publishing industry and determine how to get your book published. I learn from successful self-publishing authors, my husband being one. I also combine years of business acumen with improving my book publishing journey.
There are workshops and a vast network of self-publishing authors and industry professionals to help you gain the knowledge and skills to succeed. I’m joining a self-publishing seminar in London and another in Las Vegas this year. Learning never ends and is undoubtedly invigorating.
2. View a roadmap:
As with any business, having a plan and clarity of what’s next helps me gauge my ability and supports how I manage my time. Having a roadmap helps because I have my annual goals and a high-level plan for the next three years. It’s my big picture. I might derail here and there, but that’s part of the journey. Life happens; coffee helps.
3. Have a marketing plan:
While publishing your first book is undoubtedly a great achievement, subsequent books can pave the way to see you become a successful entrepreneur. However, even if your book is exceptional, effective marketing is still necessary for your story to reach readers.
Make social media work for you and learn from unconventional success stories. Publishing one book will be great, but your second or third book will light your way to becoming a successful entrepreneur.
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From dreams to books on shelves and beyond
The journey of a budding novelist and entrepreneur is an exciting and fulfilling adventure. With dedication and the willingness to embrace a new path, it can lead to beautiful possibilities. So grab your pen, laptop and cup of coffee and start writing your success story.
Picture this: you’re sitting at a table behind impressive stacks of books, and your fans are lining up to get their autographed copies. Imagine the possibilities as you write your next book somewhere in the world you’ve always dreamed of going.
Suck the drums, please; you have now entered the fascinating world of being a nomadic author entrepreneur.