Cosy mystery author Elizabeth Spann Craig is a library-loving, avid mystery reader. A pet-owning Southerner, her four series are full of cats, corgis, and cheese grits. The mother of two, she lives with her husband, a fun-loving corgi, and a shy fluffball of a cat.

We spoke with Elizabeth about her history as a traditionally published author with Penguin, her transition to indie publishing, and her writing process.

You'll learn:

• The differences (and similarities) between traditional and independent publishing
• About traditional publishing marketing models
• How much traditionally published authors make
• The reasons Elizabeth switched to indie publishing
• Why it's important to work with the right team, regardless of how you publish
• What it's like to write multiple long-running series

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Show notes:

• 00.24 - Introductions
• 03.30 - Personal Updates
• 12.40 - Interview with Elizabeth Spann Craig
• 13.31 - Why go from traditional publishing to indie publishing?
• 18.30 - What would you say to someone who can’t decide whether to go indie or trad?
• 21.45 - What are the biggest changes when moving to indie publishing?
• 25.15 - How does the marketing process differ between traditional publishing compared to indie publishing?
• 29.35 - What are the pros and cons of traditional publishing?
• 34.22 - How has Elizabeth’s writing changed over time?
• 41.15 - What’s it like writing a really long series?
• 47.55 - Why publish some books under a pen name?
• 56.00 - Is it worth creating an author blog?
• 1.00.40 - Which book changed Elizabeth’s life?
• 1.02.45 - Where can we find out more about Elizabeth?

Read Elizabeth's Myrtle Clover Mysteries:

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Read Elizabeth's zombie book, Race to Refuge:

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Download What Happens in New York:

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Read Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None:

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