Becoming a successful author is no easy feat, and it often requires years of hard work, dedication, and persistence. One of the most important factors in achieving success as an author is the ability to support oneself in the venture.

Indie authors, in particular, often face unique challenges in the publishing industry. Without the backing of a traditional publishing house, indie authors must take on all aspects of the publishing process themselves, including editing, cover design, and marketing. This can be a daunting task, but it can also be incredibly rewarding.

Here are some reasons why indie authors or authors in general should support themselves in their venture to become successful authors:

1.           Freedom to create on their own terms

One of the greatest advantages of being an indie author is the freedom to create on their own terms. Without the restrictions imposed by a traditional publishing house, indie authors can write the stories they want to tell, in the style they want to tell them. This can lead to more unique and diverse voices in the literary world.

2.           Control over the publishing process

Indie authors have complete control over the publishing process, from the cover design to the pricing and distribution. This allows them to tailor their marketing strategy to their target audience, experiment with different pricing strategies, and make changes to their book whenever they see fit.

3.           Increased royalties

Traditional publishing houses often take a significant percentage of an author's royalties, sometimes up to 85% of the profits. Indie authors, on the other hand, can keep a larger portion of their royalties, often up to 70% or more. This can be a huge advantage, especially for authors who are just starting out.

4.           Ability to build a personal brand

As an indie author, building a personal brand is key to success. By taking control of their marketing strategy, indie authors can create a unique brand that reflects their writing style and personality. This can help them stand out in a crowded market and attract readers who are looking for something different.

5.           Opportunity to connect with readers

Indie authors often have more opportunities to connect with their readers than traditionally published authors. Through social media, email newsletters, and book signings, indie authors can build a community of dedicated readers who will follow them throughout their writing career.

The key to an authors success is Supporting themselves.  They cannot count on friends, family and others in the publishing world to help them along the path to success.  They must be willing to step up and do what is necessary to succeed.

At Bourgeois Media & Consulting we give authors the tools necessary to help them along their path to success and we do it in a variety of ways.  Our educational programs, our events and access to other programs are all designed to help the author.