I write sweet and steamy rom-coms with tear-jerker happy-ever-afters.
  • Home
  • Books and Series
  • FOR READERS
  • Free Stories
  • For Writers
  • BOOK LIST AND CHARACTER DATABASE
  • SUBSCRIBE
  • Contact

This is where we talk all about writing.


I'm still new to indie / self-publishing, but if there's a question you'd like to ask me, please feel free to do so. 
Contact me here.

My Road to Publication

Career Panic

7/24/2017

0 Comments

 
Back when I first started indie publishing (late 2013 I think), things were really still good for self-pubbers like me. You didn't need to spend on marketing much, and algos for also-boughts et al were pretty straightforward.
Then KU entered the picture. It was a semi-huge blow to my income and after much futile resistance, I finally decided to establish a secret KU pen name and gave it a try. Unfortunately, I only got to enjoy two months or so of success when KU was revamped. TBH I can't even remember now what exactly changed. All I know is that the methodsc which used to work no longer work.
Fast forward to present, and my income is now down to 15 - 20% of what it used to be. Which is crazy, if you think of it, since I have more books out now compared to before. So technically, I should be earning more, right?!
But I'm not and that, my friends, is why I sometimes find myself literally and secretly having panic / anxiety attacks when I think of my career. I wonder if I'm able to sustain my writing pace, if I'm able to earn enough for everyone depending on me, if I'll always have readers...
But then I think of Stephen King. He's been writing for forty years, and I love how Hollywood seems to have recently rediscovered their passion for his work. YAY for more adaptations! I clearly remember when people were less than supportive of those adaptations, but you never hear King getting affected by what's being said or hinting about quitting because of it.
And then I think of my own career. I feel like I've been writing forever, but actually it's only been 4 years since I've started self-pubbing. King has been releasing books for times ten of that. And you never or at least I've never heard him whine about the industry. I guess it's because he's too busy writing...as I should be. 🤣🤣🤣
0 Comments



Leave a Reply.

    Welcome!

    * Starting February 1, 2014, this blog will be dedicated to providing publishing tips for aspiring Filipino writers.
    * This blog is also where I share my theological views and how it affects my life and work as a writer. I consider myself an open-minded Catholic as I also have an uncle who's a Christian pastor. Luke 9:50 Jesus said to him, "Do not prevent him, for whoever is not against you is for you."
    I believe with all my heart that it is our personal relationship with God that saves us and NOT RELIGION.
    * Readers, the stuff you want may be found here.

    Archives

    July 2020
    August 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    February 2018
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    July 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    September 2015
    August 2015
    July 2015
    June 2015
    May 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015
    December 2014
    November 2014
    October 2014
    September 2014
    August 2014
    July 2014
    June 2014
    April 2014
    March 2014
    February 2014
    January 2014
    December 2013
    November 2013
    October 2013
    September 2013
    August 2013
    June 2013
    May 2013

    Categories

    All
    Author Insights
    Book Spotlight
    Catholic And Christianity
    Filipinos Writing
    Free Reads
    Indie Pub Tips
    Kindle Worlds
    Legal Matters
    Psicom
    Quick Tips
    Release Dates
    Resources
    Road To Publication
    Self Publishing
    Taxes Duties Customs Imported Books Shipped To Philippines
    Writing Rule Violations

Powered by Create your own unique website with customizable templates.