Literary agent Carly Watters of P.S. Literary breaks down the financial realities of traditional publishing. She explains how book deals work, what profit and loss statements really mean, how subsidiary rights function, and who pays for marketing and publicity. This session offers a clear, practical look at what writers need to understand to approach their careers as a business.
Staying Motivated Through the Hard Middle of a Book
Becki Willis, Christy J. Kendall, Marco Patitucci, Sam Severn, and Vladi Avdi share encouragement and strategies for staying motivated during the long middle of a manuscript. They offer perspective, momentum, and practical support for writers in the thick of it.
