Optimism and Pessimism in Book Publishing—Because It’s Always Both, featuring Michael Castleman

Update: 2024-10-21

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As Write-minded is wont to do, we bring you another tell-it-like-it-is reality bites episode about book publishing. And while the news isn’t all good, it’s also not all bad—and guest Michael Castleman is living, breathing proof that it’s worth it, as long as you’re ready to do the work and understand what you’re getting yourself into. Join us on this journey from the Gutenberg Press to modern-day publishing. Whether you’re a reader, writer, author, or industry person, you’re bound to learn something new from this week’s show.

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Optimism and Pessimism in Book Publishing—Because It’s Always Both, featuring Michael Castleman

Brooke Warner and Grant Faulkner

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Optimism and Pessimism in Book Publishing—Because It’s Always Both, featuring Michael Castleman

Brooke Warner and Grant Faulkner

Optimism and Pessimism in Book Publishing—Because It’s Always Both, featuring Michael Castleman