The Business of Being a Writer with Jane Friedman

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Jeff talks to Jane Friedman about the new edition of her book, The Business of Being a Writer. She has been writing about the publishing industry for years (and Jeff has been reading her work for years as well), and this book is a guide for writers who don’t just want to write, they want to try to make a living. It’s a tremendous resource for early-career writers especially, but also has application and relevance for later-stage writers, creatives of all kinds, and people who are interested in how publishing works. The Business of Being a Writer (Second Edition) is out now.

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Links and Resources:

The Spring 2025 First Edition Giveaway

The Business of Being a Writer by Jane Friedman

Jane’s website

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