Writing Corner: For Love of Writing
In this day and age of self-publishing, not many independent authors can support themselves with their writing. I am no exception, if I had to survive on my royalties, I wouldn't last a day. Mostly because there is a six week's delay in receiving royalties from your self-published works, but the sentiment stands. Let's just say that writing isn't even a side hustle for me and leave it at that. All of the above is only relevant if you are an Indie Author with no representation. Even in the world of self-publishing, it is still recommended for any author to engage an agent and an editor. So don't panic if you don't have, nor wish to have, a publishing deal. However, get an agent (who can usually hook you up with an editor) as soon as you can. No, I don't have an agent nor do I wish to have one, but what can I say, I've never been one to take my own advice. So, why do I put myself through being a self-publishing, agentless author? Because