Changes In The Publishing Industry And Launching Non-Fiction Books With Dan Blank

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Channel: The Creative Penn · 2017 · Education

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Is the author platform still a necessity in an age of paid advertising? What has changed in the last few years of publishing? I discuss these questions and more with Dan Blank in today's show. 

Dan Blank is an author, professional speaker, and consultant to the publishing industry. He also teaches authors how to grow their platform and target readers through his blog, books, and courses. His latest book is, "Be the Gateway: A Practical Guide to Sharing Your Creative Work and Engaging an Audience".

The changes Dan has observed in self-publishing, including accessibility to better tools
The biggest challenge for author-entrepreneurs
Alternatives to 'platform' that connect authors with readers
Creating experiences, not content
On whether there's a shift back toward print books

You can find Dan Blank at http://www.wegrowmedia.com and on Twitter @DanBlank

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