Act Like an Author, Think Like a Business: Ways to Achieve Financial Literary Success

There is more to being an author than writing, publishing, and selling your book, especially if you want to make money as an author. Too many authors dive into the literary industry without first taking the time to learn the business side of being an author. They have no idea how to navigate the waters of the literary industry once they're in knee-deep. Don't become one of those over-confident novices, wasting money instead of making money. Ours is an ever-changing industry, which makes mastering the art of financial literary success something that might take you years. Along the way, like most authors, you'll make mistakes during the learning phase. Some mistakes could cost you money; other mistakes will keep you from making money. That's why you need this tool and guide to: Help shorten your learning curve on how to make money as an author Help you start making money with your book and literary business . . . now Provide a map to lead you through the literary business minefield Teach you how to maximize, optimize, and monetize your role as an author Allow you to "think outside the book" with ways to make money other than book sales and royalties This valuable resource will not only help put you on the path of financial literary success, but by following the author's systems and strategies, you can fund your literary success. To understand the difference between literary success and financial literary success, crack open this remarkable book. You'll also be cracking the code to financial literary success!

About the Author :
Joylynn M. Ross, author of Act Like an Author, Think Like a Business: Ways to Achieve Financial Literary Success, is an over 20-year literary industry professional. She's currently the main instructor at the "Act Like an Author, Think Like a Business" Conference held every September in Las Vegas, Nevada. In addition to being a certified literary instructor and verified literary consultant, Joylynn is the instructional content expert for all Path To Publishing course curriculum. She is a National Bestselling Author who wrote secular books under the names Joylynn M. Jossel and JOY. Her title, If I Ruled the World, earned a book blurb from Grammy Award-Winning Artist, Erykah Badu. An All Night Man, an anthology she penned with New York Times Bestselling Author Brenda Jackson, earned the Borders Bestselling African American Romance Award. Her Urban Fiction title, Dollar Bill, appeared in Newsweek and has been translated to Japanese. Her children's book, The Secret Olivia Told Me, written under the name N. Joy, received an American Library Association Coretta Scott King Honor. Scholastic Books acquired the book club rights, and the book has sold over 100,000 copies to date. Today, Joylynn is a literary consultant, publishing coach, and self-publishing companion. She also serves as a literary agent for clients who have book deals with Simon & Schuster, Kensington, and Urban Books. Having been on every corner of the literary map as a developmental editor and former acquisitions editor as well, Joylynn now chauffeurs authors toward literary and financial literary success. You can learn more about Joylynn and Path To Publishing by visiting www.pathtopublishing.com and www.joylynnMross.com.

Review :
"Act Like an Author, Think Like a Business is a non-fiction reference book written in a creative non-fiction way. It's well thought out and put together. When reading each page, you can tell thorough research and experiences are used as each topic and subject matter is discussed. You can feel the authenticity and heartbeat of Joylynn as she labors in the spirit of love and passion for making sure those seeking to make a career in the literary industry are well prepared and on their way to reaching financial freedom. Joylynn doesn't hold back, but instead, walks in and speaks her truth and experiences; not afraid to say, 'I made the mistakes so you don't have to. You can learn from mine, and here is the blueprint in the form of the Act Like an Author Think Like a Business resource.' The chapters are short but thorough. It's definitely a book one will personalize with highlights and underlined statements. It's a book I see individuals keeping close to refer back to often. This book proclaims value for one's intellectual property, and unlocks the keys to many opportunities to achieve financial literary success!" Angela Anderson, Editor & Book Consultant "I'm an author and book coach and have been writing for 10 years now. 'Act Like an Author, Think Like a Business' caused me to see writing in an entirely different light. I've implemented many of the suggestions Joylynn made, and I've been really pleased with the results."--Sheryl Green, Author of Surviving to Thriving "Because of 'Act Like an Author, Think Like a Business', I now have the tools and information necessary to run my writing career like a business and utilize my platform to help others soar!"-- Stephanie Bridges, Founder and Publisher of In Spirit Power and Truth Publishing, LLC Joylynn Ross, who--over a period of 20 years--has worked with or for the staff of publishers like St. Martin's Press, Kensington, Simon & Schuster and Urban Books, as well as literary agencies and other enterprises on the business side of writing, has insights, tips and--yes, secrets--that are incredible!"--Ned Barnett, CEO of Barnett Marketing Communications, Barnett Literary Agency, author of 38 published books