Jaye Marie and Anita Dawes

… of being published.

Your life is never the same again. Whether you’re an indie writer publishing your own work, or have a traditionally published book, when you pass the point of no return – in my case, signing on the dotted line – you are a different person. And as soon as your book is out there, you come into contact with… (insert scary music) …the M word. Yes, marketing…

And the list goes on…

26. (This is actually the best bit of all.) The doorbell rings one day a week or two before your book is due out, and the postman hands over a large-sized box from your publisher.
27. You put it on the table and think:
My books have come home. You make coffee, open the box, and sit down with all your babies books cuddled on your lap.
28. Then you cry.

29. Your kids…