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Ryan Holiday Reveals How Much Best Selling Authors Make, Crazy Peter Thiel Stories & More

My First Million

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The Economics of Authorship

This chapter explores the complexities of bestselling lists and how sales methods impact accurate rankings in the publishing industry. It highlights the financial realities for authors, including the discrepancies between international sales and royalties, and the challenges of generating income from book sales. The discussion also contrasts the aspirations of affluent individuals in writing with the genuine goal of authorship: to connect with readers and make a cultural impact.

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