If you've been writing for any length of time, you've undoubtedly heard Jane Friedman's name pop up. She's the go-to for advice on publishing, editing, writing, and just about anything else you can think of related to the written word. Why? Not only has she been in the publishing business for many years, she boils her advice down into understandable, bite-sized chunks that make them easy for authors to ingest and use. This interview is no exception. We discussed understanding your business as an author and expanding your personal brand beyond just book sales. She's also got an online class coming up called "MBA for Writers," which you definitely want to check out!