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Aging Adventurously at 80 How I Wrote a Book and Got It Published
It’s Never Too Late to Tell Your Story – and Sandra Richmond Proves It’s Never Too Late to Publish It
At the age of 80, Sandra Richmond didn’t just write a book—she boldly stepped into the world of publishing and found fun and learning along the way. In Aging Adventurously – How I Wrote a Book and Got It Published at 80, Sandra shares the honest, practical, and deeply-inspiring journey behind her literary debut.
Following the success of her first book, Milepost 75 – Aging and Experiencing Life Trials with Wonder, Resilience, and Love, readers were eager to know how she made it happen—especially at an age when many people are slowing down. This second book is her candid answer.
In Part 1, Sandra reveals how she got unstuck, overcame self-doubt, and developed her writing process. She shares her positive experience working with a writing coach, what the early editing process was like, and the mindset that kept her moving forward.
In Part 2, she walks the reader through her publishing journey—from landing a publisher and collaborating with her new editor, to securing blurbs, and finally, embracing the task of marketing her book.
Packed with real examples—including a publishing query letter, blurb requests, and a marketing pitch to encourage reader reviews—this book is both a how-to and heartfelt memoir that will inspire anyone with a dream to write, regardless of age.
At the age of 80, Sandra Richmond didn’t just write a book—she boldly stepped into the world of publishing and found fun and learning along the way. In Aging Adventurously – How I Wrote a Book and Got It Published at 80, Sandra shares the honest, practical, and deeply-inspiring journey behind her literary debut.
Following the success of her first book, Milepost 75 – Aging and Experiencing Life Trials with Wonder, Resilience, and Love, readers were eager to know how she made it happen—especially at an age when many people are slowing down. This second book is her candid answer.
In Part 1, Sandra reveals how she got unstuck, overcame self-doubt, and developed her writing process. She shares her positive experience working with a writing coach, what the early editing process was like, and the mindset that kept her moving forward.
In Part 2, she walks the reader through her publishing journey—from landing a publisher and collaborating with her new editor, to securing blurbs, and finally, embracing the task of marketing her book.
Packed with real examples—including a publishing query letter, blurb requests, and a marketing pitch to encourage reader reviews—this book is both a how-to and heartfelt memoir that will inspire anyone with a dream to write, regardless of age.
129 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 3, 2025
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Sandra Richmond
3 books56 followersSANDRA RICHMOND is the author of the successful "Wheels for Walking," a young adult novel, as well as thirteen stories for children.
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