6/7/2023 0 Comments Scratch by Manjula Martin![]() ![]() In reading this collection, I was struck by the varied and individual business and financial situations faced by the authors. Divided into three sections, Scratch takes readers from the “Early Days” of trying to break into the industry, through the “Daily Grind,” of being a working writer, and on to that dreamed of “Someday” when the young writer has finally made it. ![]() In a selection of essays and interview with writers from a variety of fields and at different stages of their careers, Manjula Martin aims to peel back the layers of polite obfuscation and create some transparency about the business and financial aspects of the American writer’s market. But the discussion of writing as an art form predominates, and discussing money remains a bit taboo. And there are some books about the business of writing, too, such as how to become a freelance writer, or find an agent. Library and book store shelves overflow with them. There are many books about writing as an art form. But it was the illusion of work, a fun house mirror reflection.” –Nina McLaughlin ![]()
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