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A lot of these like 'Write a Book' do not involve actually losing money. They are in fact earning money, just at a lower rate than the author demands.
by everyone 6y ago
A lot of these like 'Write a Book' do not involve actually losing money. They are in fact earning money, just at a lower rate than the author demands.
- asicsp 6y agoAssuming writing tools and research such as computer, books, internet, etc are treated as freely available, you can still lose money if you are paying for professional services such as book cover, editing, etc.
- ghaff 6y agoBarring an understanding partner/very good friend who is a good writer who will put maybe a few dozen hours into at least copy editing, you're very easily looking at breakeven at best for many books. (Cover design is arguably less important if you won't be in bookstores.) If a book is supporting some other activity, it can still absolutely make a lot of sense. It's tough to make a lot of money directly but it probably won't cost you a lot either unless it involves traveling for research etc.
- UK-Al05 6y agoNot if you value time.
- greatpatton 6y agoIf you enjoy writing a book why would you value your time?
- ghaff 6y ago"Enjoy" is a complex emotion in the context of writing an entire publishable book. Even if someone finds all the actual research and writing enjoyable, they probably don't love all the editing and copyediting and other mechanics all that fun.
- bluGill 6y agoMost people love having done something more than doing it. I like talking about removing that busted off bolt in my shop - but when I'm doing it, it just plain sucks.
- maverik 6y agototally agree...if you care about the subject it's worthwhile whether it makes money or not