3 ways to support authors (that they’re uncomfortable asking)

“How’s your book doing?” Whenever I’m asked this question, I get a bit anxious. I always have, even though I know I probably shouldn’t. After all, when I’m asked it’s because someone is taking interest in something important to me.1 It’s a way of showing support, and I am grateful for that. Truly. But if I’m being honest, this question is hard to answer.

The difficulty of answering the “how’s your book” question

“How is your book doing” can mean a lot of different things. But I suspect mos...