Having spent the last seven years writing full-time, I’ve learned that creating the Black Camelot series is only part of the daily routine. Behind the political intrigue and action-packed suspense is a relentless blend of business, marketing, reader engagement, and creative decision-making.
The Early Hours: Mornings start with a strong cup of coffee and a dive back into complex narratives and fictional worlds.
The Business of Writing: Between dodging scammers dangling dubious international book rights deals and building a genuine audience, I’ve seen the dark underbelly of the book business. As my editor, Lannie, reminds me when Hollywood comes knocking: “Hollywood needs you to get to a couple hundred thousand friends and followers so they can make these books films.”
Stepping into Reality: Leaving Black Camelot’s imaginary New York streets to meet real readers at local bookstores is a powerful reminder of why the work matters.
Ultimately, whether I’m managing the business of an independent author or navigating Hollywood’s latest inquiries, the journey leads back to the screen and the next chapter waiting to be written.
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