🎙️ Why do so many authors quit after their first book—and how do you make sure you’re not one of them?
In this episode of The Author Next Door, Angela Haas and Cassie Newell tackle the tough (and very real) challenges authors face after publication—burnout, self-doubt, comparison, and the pressure to keep producing in an ever-changing industry.
We dive into:
Why some writers walk away after book one—and how to avoid it
The emotional toll of post-publication burnout
Navigating the rise of AI in the writing world 🤖✍️
How to balance creative passion with the push for market success
The importance of community support and writer friendships
Honest advice for new authors on perseverance, purpose, and perspective
This one’s for the writers who are in it for the long haul—even when it’s hard. Especially when it’s hard.
👇 What’s kept you going in your writing journey? Let us know in the comments!
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Keywords 🔑: writing, publishing, author challenges, AI in writing, post-publication burnout, community support, self-doubt, new authors, passion projects, commercial success
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