Your Magic Bakery Of Intellectual Property Rights With Dean Wesley Smith

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Channel: The Creative Penn · 2017 · Education

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Dean Wesley Smith has published hundreds of novels and short stories, including books in the Star Trek, Men in Black, and X-Men worlds, as well as many written under different pen names, plus his own science fiction, fantasy, thriller and other books. He has his own monthly magazine, Smith's Monthly, and writes a daily blog on his writing journey.

What has changed for publishing and authors in the last 7 years
The Magic Bakery metaphor and why it matters for authors
Why Dean thinks authors don't need agents
Dealing with comparison-itis
Reconciling the two hats authors need to wear – business person and artist
Why no writing is ever wasted
You can find Dean Wesley Smith at http://www.DeanWesleySmith.com and on Twitter @DeanWesleySmith

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