It’s no secret that publishing is not one based on equality and meritocracy. It’s largely posh and it’s largely white. Given that the median income for a self employed author is currently around £7000 a year, a drop from £12330 in 2006, it’s a problem getting worse rather than better. Who can afford to dedicate the time to writing books for such low returns? Those who have a good income from other sources or wealthy partners or parents to support them. Those in good health and with few or no caring responsibilities, who can work full time, as well as write books. Personally, I think that will only ever result in whole perspectives being absent from publishing.
I love this, Penny. I always include a pro bono slot in my coaching practice...because I know I would’ve more bravely carved my path (and earlier in my career) if I hadn’t started out with the financial and emotional traumas caused by family circumstances.
Generous as always Penny ...I always think I would have come to writing earlier if I hadn’t had those financial blocks...and, who are we kidding, the heap of self-limiting beliefs that comes with being second gen immigrant, daughter of refugees, ALL the things x
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I love this, Penny. I always include a pro bono slot in my coaching practice...because I know I would’ve more bravely carved my path (and earlier in my career) if I hadn’t started out with the financial and emotional traumas caused by family circumstances.
It just feels right doesn't it? What else is the point of working for ourselves if we can't make these kinds of decisions :)
Generous as always Penny ...I always think I would have come to writing earlier if I hadn’t had those financial blocks...and, who are we kidding, the heap of self-limiting beliefs that comes with being second gen immigrant, daughter of refugees, ALL the things x
ALL the things! There are so many things that can keep people out of publishing their incredible work