Ask the Author: Conway Cates
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Conway Cates
I take a walk. I've found that walking a familiar route with few distractions can actually help me think clearly.
Conway Cates
For me, the best thing is finally seeing a book in print. It's a satisfying finale to all the hard work. Now, if it just sells.
Conway Cates
For me, I need (1) free time, and (2) a new idea about the story I'm working on. Now that I'm retired from the workforce, I may find more of both.
Conway Cates
Currently (March 2020), I'm working on promoting my book, Patricia: 100 Years into the Future. If it sells well, I may create a sequel.
Conway Cates
If you're doing it for the money, I suggest you mow lawns or shovel snow instead. It can take a year or more to find an agent and another year or more to get published by a major publisher. It better be a REALLY GOOD BOOK and well-edited by a professional for that to happen (unless you're a national celebrity). Self publishing through Amazon and other book selling sites is fairly easy and you can make a little bit of money if you promote yourself well (maybe). Don't spend money to get published with so-called "vanity publishers" unless you like spending money. If you just want printed copies for friends and family, try 48 Hour Books.
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