Print Runs & Paychecks
by Kristen Birdin 📚 Literature
Print Runs & Paychecks
About the Substack
Writer, teacher and book coach Kristen Bird shares what she's learned about writing and publishing through her personal experience with a Big Five publisher. To find out more about her books, or to work with her as a book coach, visit www.kristenbird.com.
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About Kristen Bird
I'm a book coach, teacher, and author. I've published three novels with a Big-5 publisher, and I'm passionate about exploring what makes books compelling and market-ready.
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