This is the last part of Choosing Your Niche, and covers…
Fiction Writing:
Fiction writing can be a lot of fun. It can also be difficult to break into, especially if you reach for the stars and decide not to start at the bottom of the ladder.
What I mean by that, is many writers believe they can sit down and write a piece of fiction, and immediately get picked up by a big name magazine (for short stories), or a big NY publisher (for novels).
The unfortunate thing is that’s far from the truth.
Everyone has to start at the bottom. And from there you need to build your portfolio, and your reputation.
Again, as mentioned in an earlier section, don’t sell your work for peanuts. Most editors know which publications pay zilch, or very little, and they will often hold that against you. On the other hand, some editors don’t care provided your story and writing are brilliant.
The best way to break into this market is to start small. Endeavour to get a short story published, and build from there.
Flash fiction is also good, and can often be easier to sell.
Things I love about fiction writing:
I can be creative as I want to be.
I get to create characters, settings, and be the sole producer of the plot.
My stories can bring a lot of enjoyment to others.
Things I dislike about fiction writing:
Fiction is very subjective. While one editor or reader will love it, another will hate it.
That publishers make me wait around forever while they make a decision.
That all publishers are not created equal.
Payment:
Varies – from $5 up to hundreds (or even thousands) of dollars. In the case of novels, royalties vary depending on the publisher, and also the type of publisher.
Recommended Resources:
“Outside the Square Fiction Workshop” – This award-winning workshop is my number one best-selling ebook, and has literally helped thousands of writers with their fiction. It covers all the concepts, and teaches you how to step outside the confines of fiction writing. *Comes with free bonus copy of Think Outside the Square: Writing Publishable (Short) Stories.
” Think Outside the Square: Writing Publishable (Short) Stories” – This book was written specifically for short story writers. Many writers believe if you can write novels, then you can write short stories. The truth is, there are different ‘rules’ that apply to short story writing.
“How to Write a Children’s Book in 14 Days or Less” – You really can write a children’s book in 14 days or less, and Mel McIntyre will shares his ‘secrets’ with you in this book.
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