The reality of being an author in 2023 with Mackenzie Reed (2/2) | All of the Above with James Brown

James Brown and Mackenzie Reed discuss the challenges of publishing a book today, including the pressure to go viral and the importance of teamwork. Her first book “The Rosewood Hunt” is out on Halloween. You can learn more about her at: https://www.mackenziemreed.com/.

"I think just a theme in The Rosewood Hunt is a big theme of like friendship, and figuring out where you belong, even if it's not with people that you think you usually belong with. So I named whatever journey people are on whether they want to be a writer or whatever, you know, author, editor, wherever you are. And then, you know, just keep your mind open and try and find your people. Because having a community around you makes it much more bearable, and fun." - Mackenzie Reed

Intro, Publishing a book in today's market. (0:00)

Work experiences during pandemic, including barista job. (2:48)

Writing, communication style, and authorship. (7:47)

Online communication, rejection, and perseverance. (11:42)

Author marketing and social media presence. (16:58)

Publishing industry, payment structures, and author experience. (22:19)

Writing, publishing, and community in Rochester, NY. (27:30)

Part 1 of our conversation (https://jamesbrowntv.substack.com/p/shes-25-and-publishing-her-first#details)

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