Book Quote by Erica Jong
“I write slowly by hand. Publishing is effectively bankrupt for you unless you are Danielle Steele. It takes a year to write book and advances are going down or disappearing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Publishing Industry Discussion, 2022
Traditional publishing is increasingly unprofitable for most writers, especially without a big-name brand, due to long timelines and shrinking advances.
In simple terms: Publishing is often not worth it for unknown authors.
Key Takeaway
Consider alternative publishing routes.
Themes
publishing
economics
authorship
Mood
cautious
realistic
Type
advisory
analytical
When to use this quote
- self‑publishing
- small press
- crowdfunding
- niche markets
- blogging
Key Concepts
market dynamics
author branding
digital distribution
Questions to Reflect On
- Is traditional publishing still viable for new writers?
- How can authors mitigate financial risk?
A Different Perspective
Self‑publishing still requires marketing effort and may lack traditional prestige.
