Published: What They Don't Tell You in English Class

by Sydney Scrogham

You want to publish your book.

I did, too. It happened, and the more I learn, the more I realize having an English major doesn't prepare you to be a published author.

Here's what they don't teach you in school about what it takes to survive in the publishing business.

I can promise you one thing: If you want your book in print badly enough, you can make it happen if you don't give up.

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About the author

Born and raised in Virginia, I (Sydney Scrogham) have always loved horses and books. I have been a horse owner for over 14 years and moved to Indiana to be with the love of my life that I met on Twitter! While in Indiana, I taught horseback riding lessons to individuals with special needs. I now live in northern Alabama with my family where I write under the watchful ownership of a miniature dachshund.

Reviews

[J. Dorner · Rating 4 out of 5]

(I was given a copy of this book during the NaNoHop.)

There's a strong voice in this reference guide, which makes it fun to read. Plus, it's short, so it's a good way to spend twenty or so minutes of your life if you're a writer, or thinking about writing that first book.

"When people think of you, what's the first thing you want to pop into their minds? Whatever that first thing is will be your brand. So find what you want to be known for and stick with it."
That's a great line from the book, and perhaps the best way that I've seen author branding explained yet.