There’s no longer One True Way to become a published author – if there ever was. In the current publishing world, going indie is not just a valid option, but the best choice for some writers. And some authors do both. One, award-winning mystery writer Delia Pitts, joined SinC ED Julie Hennrikus for a recent Instagram Live discussion about it. Her five takeaways:

• Neither agents nor acquisition editors make you a real author
• Learn to ask for help.
• Skip shame and pride.
• Trust yourself.
• Find joy in the everyday newness of writing.

Check out the full Instagram Live video here: 

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