C.C. Chapman has successfully made the shift from wage-slave to freelance writer. With two books from a traditional publisher under his belt, a successful consulting career, and ongoing speaking engagements, he’s truly living the dream. But is it all it’s cracked up to be? We’ll cover that in 15-minutes on this episode of The Books and Beer Hangout:
- The realities of a real publishing deal
- Out of pocket expenses required even with a traditional publishing deal
- Right-sizing your fantasy of a “fat advance”
- When you might expect to make a living only writing books
- How to make additional income as an author, but not from your books
- When to write to further your career, and when to write because you have to write
- Why it’s important to networking with professionals–and keep them informed
- Making the transition from wage-slave to freelance writer
- The realities of hustling to keep the money flowing
- Moving from “starving artist” to “contributing to the family interest artist”
- The importance of knowing what you do and who you are before you go freelance
- The role of understanding basic business skills before you go off on your own
And there was the obligatory drinking of beers. Tonight’s choices: Kona’s Big Wave Golden Ale, Bell’s Hopslam, and the last Palate Wrecker from Green Flash.
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