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Writers talk about their work in many ways: as an art, as a calling, as a lifestyle. Too often missing from these conversations is the fact that writing is also a business. The reality is, those who want to make a full- or part-time job out of writing are going to have a more positive and productive career if they understand the basic business principles underlying the industry.

The Business of Being a Writer offers the business education writers need but so rarely receive. It is meant for early-career writers looking to develop a realistic set of expectations about making money from their work or for working writers who want a better understanding of the industry. Writers will gain a comprehensive picture of how the publishing world works—from queries and agents to blogging and advertising—and will learn how they can best position themselves for success over the long term.

Jane Friedman has more than twenty years of experience in the publishing industry, with an emphasis on digital media strategy for authors and publishers. She is encouraging without sugarcoating, blending years of research with practical advice that will help writers market themselves and maximize their writing-related income. It will leave them empowered, confident, and ready to turn their craft into a career.

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“Destined to become a staple reference book for writers and those interested in publishing careers.” ― Publishers Weekly

“Friedman’s 20-plus years in the industry, launching and managing the social media presence of Writer’s Digest, along with her expertise in business strategies for authors and publishers, combine to create an invaluable compendium of practical advice with encouragement for aspiring and seasoned writers alike.” -- Starred Review ― Library Journal

“If you’ve found yourself drowning in the ‘what’s a writer to do?’ platform-creation pool and have no real understanding of how a book gets published, it’s time to discover Jane Friedman. Grab hold; she’s a buoy.” ― Press-Enterprise

“The Business of Being a Writer provides lucent, sage advice on setting realistic goals toward shaping a rewarding career, going well beyond simply achieving publication or getting an agent. At last, a single book to recommend to writers peering into the vast labyrinth of how to become a successful, professional writer. Thank you, Jane!” -- Jeffrey Lependorf, Executive Director, Small Press Distribution and the Community of Literary Magazines and Presses

“While countless books and classes exist to help writers improve their craft, few focus on the practical aspects of maintaining a writing career over time. Friedman’s wise and wide-ranging The Business of Being a Writer offers essential and extremely helpful advice on how writers can survive and thrive in the current publishing landscape.” -- Dinty W. Moore, author of The Story Cure

“Every writer needs tough love. Typically that’s delivered by your editor as you’re writing the book. But where’s the tough love once your book is ready for the world? It’s in here and Jane Friedman’s got the goods for you. No one will better help you understand the challenges ahead; no one will offer a more comprehensive approach to scaling the walls. Writers ask me all the questions Jane answers in here. All I need to do now is send them to this book.” -- Richard Nash, CEO, Cursor, and former publisher of Soft Skull Press

"An interesting book, chock-full of information that should be discussed in every MFA program in the country and yet doesn’t seem to be." -- Teresa Peschel ― Peschel Press

About the Author

Jane Friedman is widely known in the creative writing community for her website and blog JaneFriedman.com and as cofounder and editor of The Bottom Line newsletter. She has spent more than twenty-five years working in the publishing industry, with a focus on author education and trend reporting. She has appeared in countless media outlets, including the New York Times, the Today Show, CNN, Wired, BBC, the Guardian, CBC, and the Washington Post, among others.

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Jane Friedman has spent 25+ years working in the publishing industry, with a focus on business reporting and author education. Her book, The Business of Being a Writer (The University of Chicago Press), is used as a classroom text by many writing and publishing degree programs.

In her paid newsletter, The Bottom Line, she provides nuanced market intelligence to thousands of authors and industry professionals. Her influence and insight earned her Publishing Commentator of the Year from Digital Book World in 2023, and her expertise regularly features in major media outlets including The New York Times, The Atlantic, NPR, The Today Show, Wired, The Guardian, Fox News, and BBC.

Friedman’s impact on publishing education spans multiple formats and audiences. Her teaching reaches thousands through speaking engagements and workshops at diverse venues worldwide, including NYU’s Advanced Publishing Institute, Frankfurt Book Fair, and numerous MFA programs. She has helped shape the next generation of publishing professionals through curriculum development at Southern New Hampshire University’s MFA program and faculty positions at the University of Virginia and University of Cincinnati.

As a trusted industry resource, Friedman has advised and served multiple organizations, including Writer’s Digest, the Virginia Quarterly Review, The Chicago Manual of Style, the Editorial Freelancers Association, the Alliance of Independent Authors, and the Midwest Writers Workshop. She has served on grant panels for the National Endowment for the Arts, the Whiting Awards, and the Creative Work Fund, bringing her expertise to the development of literary culture and arts funding.

Her long-running newsletters exemplify her commitment to helping writers navigate the publishing landscape: Electric Speed, published since 2009, reaches more than 25,000 subscribers, while The Bottom Line serves as an industry beacon for more than 2,500 publishing professionals. In collaboration with The Authors Guild, she authored The Authors Guild Guide to Self-Publishing, further cementing her role as a trusted voice in publishing.

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Customers find the book provides practical information and serves as an excellent resource for writers, offering strategic advice and a nuanced view of writing as a career. Moreover, the book offers a good overview of the publishing industry and is thoroughly up-to-date, making it a worthwhile investment for authors. They appreciate its readability, with one customer noting it's not boring, and value its encouragement without sugarcoating prospects.

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Customers find the book provides practical information and helpful suggestions, making it a handy resource for writers.

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Customers appreciate the book's comprehensive coverage of the publishing industry, including self-publishing, with one customer noting it provides a fantastic detailed overview of the entire process from idea to publication.

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Everything You Need to Know about a Writing Career
"Publishing books is just one facet of having a career as a writer." —Jane Friedman Writers, it's time for a reality check. Thankfully, Jane Friedman has got you covered with The Business of Being a Writer. Anyone who has ever spent enough time in this industry knows the publishing powerhouse Jane Friedman. She writes value-packed blog posts, offers top-notch guidance for authors, and keeps us in the know with The Hot Sheet. Basically, I all but jumped and down when Jane's book landed on my porch in a neat little package. And you'll see why. I've consumed more books on writing, publishing, and marketing than I can count, but this is one book that has it all: author branding, advertising, marketing, contracts, literary agents, and so much more. Jane also delivers guidance on more modern topics, such as crowdfunding, online freelance writing, contests, and online courses. The Business of Being a Writer is in-depth as well. You'll find yourself wondering how you ever got a long without it. More importantly, you'll be an informed writer by the time you've finished the last page. That's ultimately the goal of Jane's book: to inform writers and to teach them to have the right expectations in this industry. Hands down, this is the best book on the writer's life I've ever read. I took copious notes and placed tabs on exceptional paragraphs that I know I'll come back to again and again. This is not a book for the hobby writer—The Business of Being a Writer is meant for serious writers who want to do excel in the publishing world. Five big stars for Jane Friedman and The Business of Being a Writer.
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  • Kara Lane
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Book for Serious Writers
    Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2018
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    This book contains so much valuable information about the business principles that lead to success as a writer. The information is clear, complete, and up-to-date. Jane doesn’t talk about what worked 20 years ago; she talks about what works in today’s publishing environment.

    She explains how to develop a business model for writing. I initially bought the book because of my interest in book publishing, and she covers that in-depth: brand building, social media, pitching, book launches, recommended word counts, how to build an author platform, what to include on your author website, and more.

    However, she also goes beyond book publishing and talks about other ways that writers can earn a living with their writing. For instance, she provides a great deal of information on freelance writing, including the most common types of articles and the publications where you can pitch them. She talks about consumer publications, but also trade publications (which are easier to break into and pay reasonably well). She also discusses the differences and similarities between publishing online versus offline.

    Jane mentions that it is very difficult to make a living off writing alone, so she also provides additional methods for earning income: teaching, coaching, editing, consulting, etc. She notes that successful artists usually have multiple revenue streams.

    At first, I was disappointed that the self-publishing chapter was so short, since I have self-published four books and was especially interested in that topic. However, I realized that much of what she covers in the book is equally applicable to traditional and self-published authors. For instance, book marketing is book marketing regardless of how you publish.

    This is a great book that I highly recommend. It’s a resource you can refer to again and again to continue to improve your results (and income) as a writer.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Worth Every Penny! Get This Book!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2019
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    I learned so much from this book! It really lays down in detail the different paths writers use/can use to make money. It also gives a great foundation for understanding how publishing works nowadays. I didn't know, for example, that Medium isn't making money or how Slate and Salon operate. The book talks in detail about the business of publishing and how it's changing and what it means..... It was sobering to read it. It's very hard for writers to make it all work (most writers don't make money from their books alone) So, there's a realism here that felt disillusioning to me at first. But I think knowing what your chances are at "making it" as a writer, what it takes, and the fact that you need to really think about multiple income streams is, in the end, very helpful. I learned too many things to write down. This is a very helpful guide, and if you want to be a writer (whether you are considering an MFA or have already written your first book or are a high school student thinking about what it means to be a working writer), this is an eye-opening book. It's a pragmatic guide that tells you about ground realities and also suggests ways that you can maneuver around them. Highly recommend to all writers!
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Nuts and Bolts of putting yourself out there
    Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2021
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    I love the practicality of this book. Since 2021, I'll admit that some parts of it feel a little dated because of the incessant reference to Twitter and Facebook (neither of which me nor many of my friends any longer entertain); nonetheless, it is a fantastic detailed overview of the process of publishing, self-publishing, good practice, and social media marketing. I can recommend this book. I think it would be useful to many just-starting-out or beat-my-head-against-the-wall writers. The perspective of someone inside the industry is always useful.
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  • Sarabeth Lewis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive intro to the current publishing industry
    Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2019
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    I'm a sucker for books about writing, especially when they discuss the business of writing more than the craft. As the title suggests, The Business of Being a Writer does just that. Jane Friedman has created a thorough guide to understanding what it takes to have a writing career. She examines almost every income avenue widely available to writers (at least in the publishing world, as opposed to copy), as well as explains the nuances of navigating the publishing industry. Friedman instructs readers along the best practices of building an audience, pursuing web versus print publishing, finding an agent, and much more.

    The book is written in such a way that the reader may easily jump around to the topics that interest them. You don't have to read the chapters chronologically to understand what's going on, though I read it cover to cover and think every section is worth most writers' time.

    If you want to make a living in the publishing industry, this book is a great starting point. Friedman will paint an inspiring and honest picture of the challenges you're likely to face.
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  • BradleyPine
    5.0 out of 5 stars essential book for writers
    Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2020
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    This book clearly lays out the state of the publishing industry, and gives well-informed advice to writers on how to navigate that industry. Friedman is major player in publishing, so she's ideally suited to write this book. Her advice is mostly focused on book writing, but there are also helpful sections on writing for magazines and journals.

    The book gives a realistic take on the current state of the industry and how hard it is to make a full-time living as a writer. But she also gives helpful suggestions about how to do it (and more broadly to get a career in the publishing industry).

    In principle a book like this could be dry, but Friedman is such a smart and engaging writer that the book never felt that way. I highly recommend this book.
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  • Reika
    5.0 out of 5 stars Must have
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    If you want to turn your writing into a career, this book explains everything you need to know. EVERYTHING!
    Highly recommended and well worth the money!
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  • Ourania Pontikogianni
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great roadmap for writers.
    Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on August 17, 2019
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    Clear and concise. Doesn’t sugarcoat the process of achieving your writing goals, and gives the writer all the available options for making a living through writing. I was amazed at how little the author claimed she made out of selling books.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars So packed full it’ll require multiple re-reads!
    Reviewed in Australia on November 8, 2019
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    While this resource digs deep into the heavier side of being a professional writer (not just being a book author), there is a ton of info that new writers can take on board to begin their authoring journey. The practical examples are simple enough for a newcomer to understand and implement but detailed enough to highlight the merits of taking those steps. A valuable resource for any writer planning a long-term career.
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  • Jules
    5.0 out of 5 stars I actually cheered. At last! An industry roadmap for creative writing students, tutors, ambitious indies
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 3, 2018
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    Highly recommended if you’re a forward-thinking writer, and especially great for MFAs and creative writing students who want to understand the changing context writers live in today.

    Creative writing courses are fantastic, but they rarely go into the nitty-gritty of what happens afterwards – how writers survive, build a career (or at least a living), sustain themselves creatively and financially. I’ve met a lot of writers who feel bereft after their MFA studies, possibly because they’ve had unrealistic expectations about the future.

    This book is an overview of today’s creative writing ecology, and where you might fit in. It’s for writers with serious chops who want to know about approaching the publishing industry, writing proposals, author platform, residencies, and building a career. It includes advice on the different ways writers make money (including teaching, grants, fellowships) and other kinds of writing such as trade publications and journalism. It’s also bang up-to-date with online, self-publishing and digital developments. If you need to get strategic about where you’re heading as a writer, this is for you.
    Jane has a publishing and media industry background, and is a college professor, keynote speaker, author and publisher of the influential Hot Sheet about publishing industry developments. She’s writing from a US perspective, but the principles apply everywhere.

    I actually cheered when I read this. Jane bridges the gap between industry, literary and tech (at last!) and is really encouraging and practical. I’m a tutor with the Open University, and I’ve recommended this to my department.
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