The Novel Writing Podcast

Publishing Myth #4: You HAVE to Be On Social Media

Colleen Mitchell Episode 214

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We've all heard the claim... you NEED to be on social media if you want to make it as an author.

Or, do you?

Let's bust this pervasive myth that success requires a social media presence, even if you would rather eat nails than make a reel. 

Being a social media content creator in addition to being an author is not for everyone, and thankfully it's totally possible to build an author career without spending half your time battling the algorithms.

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