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We delve deeper into many of the topics that writers are looking for to help them in their writing businesses.
The Smart Way to Use Social Media Without Burning Out
Learn the smart way to use social media without burning out. Discover batching, automation, repurposing, and strategic publishing systems for writers.
Why Every Writer Needs an Email List (Even Before Publishing)
The Writing Biz shares why every writer needs an email list before publishing. Explore ROI data, conversion stats, and long-term strategies for sustainable author income.
Traditional vs. Indie vs. Hybrid Publishing: 2026 Strategic Breakdown
What should you choose? Traditional, indie, or hybrid publishing? The Writing Biz shares the financial realities, timelines, and strategic trade-offs to choose the right path in 2026.
The Hidden Costs of Self-Publishing (And How to Plan for Them)
The Writing Biz shares the hidden costs of self-publishing in 2026—from production and marketing to infrastructure and time—and how to plan strategically.
From Hobby Writer to Professional Author: What Actually Changes?
What really changes when you move from hobby writer to professional author? Discover the mindset, systems, and strategy required to build a sustainable writing career.
Writing Is Art — But Your Career Is a Business|The Writing Biz
Writing is art—but a sustainable author career requires strategy. The Writing Biz shares how to build assets, own your audience, and grow long-term income that sells books
What does The Writing Biz blog cover?
The blog digs into the business questions writers ask most: what to do before finding a publisher, why so many writers struggle financially, collaborative book marketing, productivity systems, and whether it's too late to start. You'll also find tool roundups and a few personal stories from Laura.
How is the blog different from the podcast?
The podcast is conversation, with guests sharing what worked for them. The blog is where those ideas get written out in more depth, with steps, frameworks, and examples you can skim, bookmark, and come back to when you're actually doing the work.
Which blog post should I read first?
Start with "Building a Sustainable Writing Career in a Changing Industry in 2026" for the big picture. Then read "Why Most Writers Struggle Financially (And How to Avoid It)" to see where most writing income leaks out and how to fix it.
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