What motivated you to become an indie author?
I am a fiercely independent person who likes the "Do It Yourself" approach in nearly everything in life. I have always wanted success through my own efforts. I am comfortable with working on my own on the rock face of the writing adventure. So being an Indie Author really suits my personality! I don't get freaked out by the technology or the challenge of formatting. It's an exciting adventure.
Discovering that sites on the web existed to self publish was an amazing revelation. I like to be a control freak, and pedantic about every detail. I can indulge myself totally, and truly be who I am.
How has Smashwords contributed to your success?
Smashwords allowed me to do what I wanted without paying a penny upfront. I don't have money to throw at my dreams. But even if I did this ethical way of building a path to success is setting things right in my mind. I feel happy and calm publishing on this site. I think that the stress of going on dubious sites that exploit you undermine the flow of creativity. Here, at Smashwords you are free of the concern that there is any hidden weirdness trying to trick you. I can get on with writing. It is helping me learn how to be better at things like formatting. I have to make the effort and persevere and that helps me to be a better Indie Author.
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