Andrea Pearson On Growing Your Writing Career Incrementally

Episode 032 / Fantasy author Andrea Pearson joins Sara and Jami to chat about the incremental growth of her writing career and how she learned to trust herself when it came to craft. They also delve into the worst marketing advice Andrea’s heard, how she finds time to write with small kids, and how she collaborates with her spouse. Come over and say hey to Jami and Sara in the WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com.In the intro this week, Jami shared she’s been busy with family-stuff, and Sara shared that her launch of her book went well. Sara’s currently recording her audiobook for How to Write a Series from a blanket fort. Sara also mentioned a book she’s reading, Fanocracy, which is a deep dive into fandom--what it is and how different companies and creatives develop and nurture their fans.In this podcast episode, you’ll discover:Why Andrea turned down a traditional dealHow many small successes have built over the years to give Andrea the career she has nowHow Andrea learned to trust herself when it came to craftWhy reading “bad” stuff can help you become a better writer“Pick one thing you enjoy and focus on it until you master it and you’ll be a lot more successful at it.”How Andrea uses download bonuses to drive salesHow Andrea finds time to write with young kidsTips for working with your spouseGenres discussed include fantasy for kids and adults, including urban fantasy, epic fantasy, western romance, and children’s books Links: Andrea’s websiteMarketing Courses for Authors 6 Figure Authors podcastZapier 📥 Send us a Text Message Support the show🚀 Jami’s Consulting and Workshops: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/ 📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast