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There Is No Such Thing as a Good Editor, Good Agent, Good Publisher, Good Publicist, Good Marketer…
I guarantee someone will respond or comment asking for a recommendation.
Oct 27, 2024 • 
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December 2023

"I Want to Grow Up to Be an Advice Giver" — Said No Child Ever
Advice giving is a classic shadow career because it can earn you a living.
Dec 19, 2023 • 
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September 2023

Being a Very Online Advice-Giver Has Made My Writing Worse
I (don't) look forward to your feedback.
Sep 24, 2023 • 
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July 2023

The Truth Is: I Don't Love Books. There, I Said It.
It's even possible I actively dislike books.
Jul 28, 2023 • 
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May 2023

Oh, are you curious about Jane's very personal newsletter?
It might be coming soon. It might not.
May 5, 2023 • 
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