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Learn from the experts
For Machiavelli, knowledge equaled power. But in the quest to achieve your goals, knowledge equals success. No matter what you want to excel in, the best way to learn how to succeed is by talking to the leaders in that field. If you want to know what it takes to become a professional basketball player, talk to Michael Jordan. If you want to learn how to become an Edgar Award or Hugo Award winning author, talk to one. The trouble, though, is that not many of us happen to be friends with best-selling authors.
That’s one of the biggest reasons I like going to Book Festivals and author signings. It’s absolutely invaluable to hear other writers discuss their approach to writing, what they went through to get their books published, and their advice for future authors. There aren’t many book festivals, though. Not to mention that a lot of us don’t live in areas where authors stop during their book tours.
Well, the great news is that you don’t even have to leave your home to hear your favorite authors share their experiences. Thanks to the Authors on the Air radio network.
Authors on the Air is geared primarily as a way for readers to hear their favorite authors talk about their books. But if you’re a new or emerging writer, their author interviews are vital for giving you a chance to hear from those who have already succeeded at what you want to accomplish.
While listening to episodes of Authors on the Air, I’ve heard writers discuss the pros and cons of self-publishing and traditional publishing, I found out how long it took them to become established writers, and I’ve listened to them discuss the best ways to get their writing out to potential readers. Yes, I could try to achieve my dream on my own, by keeping my head down and plowing ahead, but I’d be crazy to ignore the wisdom offered by people who have already gone through all the things I’m struggling with. If you share the dream of writing, I highly recommend you tune in and hear what others have done before you. It’s priceless information for achieving your goals.
For more information about the Authors on the Air radio network, including a list of upcoming shows, check out their website at: http://authorsontheair.com/
That’s one of the biggest reasons I like going to Book Festivals and author signings. It’s absolutely invaluable to hear other writers discuss their approach to writing, what they went through to get their books published, and their advice for future authors. There aren’t many book festivals, though. Not to mention that a lot of us don’t live in areas where authors stop during their book tours.
Well, the great news is that you don’t even have to leave your home to hear your favorite authors share their experiences. Thanks to the Authors on the Air radio network.
Authors on the Air is geared primarily as a way for readers to hear their favorite authors talk about their books. But if you’re a new or emerging writer, their author interviews are vital for giving you a chance to hear from those who have already succeeded at what you want to accomplish.
While listening to episodes of Authors on the Air, I’ve heard writers discuss the pros and cons of self-publishing and traditional publishing, I found out how long it took them to become established writers, and I’ve listened to them discuss the best ways to get their writing out to potential readers. Yes, I could try to achieve my dream on my own, by keeping my head down and plowing ahead, but I’d be crazy to ignore the wisdom offered by people who have already gone through all the things I’m struggling with. If you share the dream of writing, I highly recommend you tune in and hear what others have done before you. It’s priceless information for achieving your goals.
For more information about the Authors on the Air radio network, including a list of upcoming shows, check out their website at: http://authorsontheair.com/
