Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
Welcome to the Wish I'd Known Then podcast. Join authors Jami Albright and Sara Rosett as they interview authors about lessons they've learned about writing and publishing.
Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers
Ember Scott on Writing Thrillers and IP Estate Planning
279 / Ember Scott, multi-genre author (also writing as MJ Caan), shares his journey from the medical field to full-time indie author and unpacks how he successfully transitioned across genres and managed his author IP.
- Finding and trusting your author voice
- How audience expectations shape the writing process
- Why it's okay not to master every platform and the importance of playing to your strengths
- Selling a backlist to a traditional publisher
- How Ember transitioned to thrillers and how he found his subgenre
- How and why Ember handed over his self-published titles for longevity and peace of mind
A great listen for indie authors looking to future-proof their career and learn how to adapt and thrive in an ever-changing industry.
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