DEFINING YOURSELF AS A SUCCESSFUL WRITER

 It is unrealistic to think that there is a magic number which marks a writer’s success, especially in this fickle literary industry.  Yet, becoming a hit as an author may not necessarily render immediate income that allows you to quit your day job. So how does one define being successful in such a competitive business?

For starters, toss aside the notion of making millions your first book out with a movie deal to follow. Yes, it happens, but, it’s one-in-a-million! Think of the reasons you chose this profession in the first place, which is your love for writing.

Focus on launching yourself as a dedicated professional, author, which entails a great profile through social media. Read everything you can get your hands on such as, magazines, news articles and books.

Establishing long and short-term goals can help to guide you through each phase of your writing career. Be mindful to bypass projects that detract from your main ambition, or embracing unrealistic timelines.

These days, a writer should be involved in marketing their work, provided there are no contractual stipulations. Being regarded as a successful writer is a dream of many. After all, a great amount of time went into your craft.  And for that, there is no dollar amount that can truly match it.