I love the creative freedom and quick turnaround of indie publishing. But the reality is that a marketing budget and footfall account for a LOT in my experience, and that's why I'm still pursuing the shiny golden carrot of trad publishing. Mostly, I just love writing.
The trad books are still out there. I still get occasional reviews and feedback even 9 years after publication. In this, I'm quite old fashioned. I like the fact that readers don't have to know a thing about me or care to pick up my books. 🤷♂️
Longevity is something I'm thankful for. I've been in print for 18 years now. Some things have hit bigger than others. I've seen a lot of fads come and go. I've seen the whole industry change (for the better). I'm still here and I still get work out there. That means a lot, so thank you! 🏳️🌈📚💙