Debut, indie, self-published or vanity and publishing
by National Writing Examiner, Ms. D. L. Quesinberry
In a recent interview, Sue Grafton states the following:
. . . The indie success stories aren’t the rule. They’re the exception. The self-published books I’ve read are often amateurish. I’ve got one sitting on my desk right now and I’ve received hundreds of them over the years. Sorry about that, but it’s the truth. The hard work is taking the rejection, learning the lessons, and mastering the craft over a period of time. I see way too many writers who complete one novel and start looking for the fame and fortune they’re sure they’re entitled to.
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