Creating & Publishing A Book As An Artist with Nicki Traikos | The Typecast Episode 8
In this episode, Katie and Ilana interview Nicki Traikos, Founder and Creative Director of Life I Design. Nicki talks about the process of bringing her dream of writing a book into reality, from finding the right publisher to marketing strategies and illustrating her own cover. She also shares why it’s important to embrace your worth both as an artist and as a budding author, and cherishing the joys of both the business and creative side of launching a book.They also chat about why engagement is more important than audience size when it comes to social media.
Here's what you'll discover in this episode:
Why being an artist isn’t just about being a master at your craft
How all three women face impostor syndrome
How teaching online opened doors and contributed to Nicki’s creative journey
How Goodtype’s online summit Artist to Author sparked Nicki’s book writing journey.
Why being marketable as an author is important (every book is a business plan!)
The role that social media plays in marketing a book, and how engagement is far more important than the size of your audience
The three routes of publishing a book: working with a literary agent, working directly with a publisher, or self-publishing
Why sharing your process can inspire people, even if you’re already an expert at your craft
How consulting with a publishing expert, agent, or anyone with publishing experience will help to bring your book to life
What would a successful book launch looks like
Ways to negotiate and get more from your book advance
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Instagram: @lifeidesign
Pinterest: @nickitraikos
YouTube: @lifeidesign
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Pre-order Nicki’s book, Watercolor Made Simple
Quarto Publishing: https://www.quartoknows.com/Quarto-Publishing
Ilana’s book: Mind Your Business
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