No, this post isn\u2019t about authors who engage in\u2026ahem\u2026extracurricular activities. Today, I want to talk about authors who write across the genres.<\/p>\n
Most serious authors seem to write either fiction or nonfiction. They strive to perfect their writing in one category before ever tipping their toe in another. Some never do cross over from nonfiction to fiction or vice versa. Yet, I\u2019m noticing that more of us are. And in my circle or acquaintances and colleagues, it\u2019s from nonfiction to fiction.<\/p>\n
Those of you who follow my blog know that I have been writing nonfiction (how-to, informational) books and articles for a very long time. Now I\u2019m writing fiction as well. I know several others who have followed a similar path. And it seems as though these are the authors who are experiencing the greatest success.<\/p>\n
My success with the Klepto Cat Mystery series is beyond my wildest expectations. These cozies are selling like crazy. From what I observe about my colleagues who have shifted from long-term nonfiction-writing to fiction, they are also doing exceedingly well.<\/p>\n
Why? Perhaps it\u2019s because we\u2019ve put in the time. We\u2019ve honed our writing skills; we\u2019ve established a style. We understand more about the publishing field than the newbie author. We know how to navigate the industry. We know the value of and the psychology of marketing. We understand the importance of exposure. Since we are already embedded in a writing-related career, we know how to manage our time, how much time and energy it takes to promote a new product, and we\u2019re wired to do what it takes.<\/p>\n
I\u2019d like to shine a light on a few authors I know who are parlaying their writing\/management talents and skills into other areas and experiencing success.<\/p>\n