Thanks for your kind words! I can totally understand your lack of time, which is why I am hesitant to commit to writing a second book. Everything that goes into it – especially beyond the writing – can take a lot out of you!

Thanks for sharing your opinion! First of all, I do not think getting published has to do with talent. You can be the most talented writer in the world and you may never get your transcript in front of a publisher. My point is this: If you REALLY want to publish a book, start a blog. Bloggers are very safe bets for publishers because they have an established following that they can sell their book to. Worst case scenario the blogger will break even, but there is a ton of upside for the publisher if the book takes off.

I also am really curious why this is discouraging to you? I don’t like to assume things but with most people who I give this advice to who are react negatively typically do not want to put in the work of actually getting a blog established.

I have written 4 books, one of which I have self-published on my blog. However, working full time hours has landed me with the inability to update the blog, and do the marketing though I would much rather have my writing be my primary source of income.

I am glad to have found your website. :)

This post was extremely helpful. I’m actually writing a short book on blogging that I’m releasing on Jan 12. However, I will say that not having a publisher makes me view it a lot less seriously than if I were working with someone. I’m kind of just testing the waters on this, and then hope to pitch publishers (like you suggested) over the coming months.

Yay for a site redesign!! Always exciting!! I gotta say – you’re killing it and I’m so happy to be following along!!! Wishing you the best of luck! (And I will absolutely be purchasing your book!!)