by Barbara McNichol
Seth Godin’s ideas find a welcome place in my inbox every day. His
ability to observe our world with a twist and express his thoughts
with wit tickle my appreciation for language and his ability to think
outside the box.
I recently rediscovered his 2008 blog post Advice for Authors, which
still applies to all stages of authorship. Among the 19 points he
makes, I love his final one best:
19. Writing a book is a tremendous experience. It pays off
intellectually. It clarifies your thinking. It builds credibility. It is a
living engine of marketing and idea spreading, working ev ery day
to deliver your message with authority. You should write one.
And the runner-up is—
3. Pay for an editor. Not just to fix the typos, but to actually make
your ramblings into something that people will choose to read.
I couldn’t agree more about the value of editing. A sharp editor
makes a huge difference in supporting book-publishing endeavors
throughout the process.
To read all of Godin’s 19 insightful points, click here.
Then send me your comments. Agree? Disagree? Which stand out
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