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​​The publishing world is changing. Jane Friedman tells us how.

2025/5/29
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Jane Friedman discusses the significant changes in the publishing industry since the first edition of her book, 'The Business of Being a Writer,' was published. These changes necessitate an update, particularly concerning platform building, social media, and the evolving magazine publishing industry.
  • The book's second edition addresses significant shifts in the publishing landscape since 2016.
  • The magazine publishing industry has undergone major transformations.
  • Friedman's own thinking on the subject has evolved.

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  1. What does it really take to earn a living as a writer? Jane Friedman explains the multiple paths writers take — from speaking and consulting to newsletters and hybrid publishing—and offers grounded, practical advice for navigating the business of writing in 2025 and beyond.

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