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[DD] Book Tours, TikTok, and Twitter Tantrums
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“Being on BookTok will not give you a career if you don’t have one. Do what makes you happy.” – Ursula
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In this episode, Mur Lafferty and Ursula Vernon dive into the realities of book tours, the financial intricacies of publishing, and the ever-changing landscape of social media for authors. Ursula shares a retraction about the profitability of her book tour, while Mur discusses the challenges of balancing writing with personal commitments and health issues.
They also tackle the latest trends and controversies in the writing community, including the misguided advice about writing styles and the pressure to be active on platforms like TikTok.
- Book Tour Financials
- Author Panels and Interviews
- Social Media Trends
- Writing Styles and Absolutes