Most post today is a “look-thataway” notice. It’s every author’s dream to get on the NYT’s bestseller list, right? That’s when we start selling a gazillion copies, get on talk shows and make it big. We become rich and famous and never have another care in the world.
Or is there something more down-to-earth in this kind of achievement? This article details the financial side of a NYT’s bestselling author, namely, Lynn Viehl, and her sixth book in the Darkyn series. Not only does she list the number she got as a book advance, but she also has a link to the actual royalty statement. There are some fascinating numbers here, and hopefully it will help future authors more realistically prepare for how the business side of writing works. Just remember, don’t quit your job the moment after you sign up with an agent, or even when that first book sells. It’s a long road to financial freedom as an author, but hopefully some of us will make it there.
I see that smile.