Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers From Masterminds to Discord: The Power of Community with Samantha Cummings
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Jan 29, 2025 Samantha Cummings, a YA fantasy author and co-host of the Pen to Paycheck podcast, dives into the vibrant world of writing communities. She shares her gamified approach to NaNoWriMo and reflects on her earlier mistakes with marketing, particularly newsletters. Samantha emphasizes the importance of community support, revealing how even one supportive person can make a difference. She opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome and the journey of creating a Discord community for fellow Young Adult Fantasy writers.
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Samantha's Writing Journey
- Samantha Cummings discovered writing in her early twenties through an Open University degree.
- NaNoWriMo, a novel-writing game, further fueled her passion and led to consistent writing.
Success as Financial Freedom
- Samantha Cummings defines success as financial freedom, enabling her to pursue her passions and live comfortably.
- Money offers choices and reduces worries, motivating her writing career.
Writing as a Business
- Samantha Cummings wishes she'd understood writing as a business earlier.
- Approaching writing professionally encourages sharpening skills and adopting a business mindset.