What a rare moment to have the perspective of literary agent and author on the podcast. Jennifer Herrera is on the Secret Library today and she’s sharing the current state of the publishing industry — most notably, how you can write to make sure you’re a sure thing in this risk-adverse environment. So much to learn from this episode!
Topics Discussed
How the merger failure between Penguin Random House and Simon & Schuster has shaken up the whole publishing industry
Tricking the publishing industry into thinking you’re a sure thing as an author and the pros and cons of being a mid-level author
The advice that Jennifer would give for someone who is trying to get in the door of publishing
Choosing a paperback vs. a hardback and how this generation is less precious about our books
Finding satisfaction and meaning outside of your biggest book deal
Using what’s happened to you in your life to create meaning in your work
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