Today's featured author is a fellow Toastmaster and speaker, Alithea (Lisa) Robinson. Alithea and I talk about her very first book, why she wrote it and tons more!!!
Key Takeaways:
Just write your book if you want to write it.
There is no rush for your book if you are trying to publish it because it’s a self-paced process.
Writing can be therapeutic.
Learn the business before jumping in the business.
Master the basics and always be on time.
Alithea's Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1977202748/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
The opening track is titled, "Hard to Learn" by Asis Galvin. To listen to the entire track and support his craft, click the following link. https://asisgalvin.bandcamp.com/track/hard-to-learn
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