Benefits and Challenges of Self-Publishing

Publishing & Author Career
2017
Featuring Eric Gardner, Jason Fort, Judith Lucci, Karen McCullough, Michael Lewis

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Independent publishing can be empowering and overwhelming at the same time. Moderated by Michael Lewis, Eric Gardner, Jason Fort, Judith Lucci, and Karen McCullough discuss their firsthand experiences navigating the rewards and obstacles of self-publishing. This session covers freedom, visibility, marketing demands, and persistence, giving writers a realistic picture of what building an independent career actually involves.

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