Jolene's Book and Writers Talk - Year 4 - Episode 3 - Interview with Childrens Author Linda Hansen

In this episode, Linda Hansen, an 80-year-old watercolor artist turned children's book author, shares her serendipitous journey into writing and illustrating. Linda, who never intended to be an author, discusses her self-publishing experiences, the importance of marketing, and her successes with platforms like Amazon and IngramSpark. She also touches on the challenges and rewards of selling books independently and through bookstores. Linda offers advice for new authors, emphasizing perseverance and the significance of understanding how to market one's book.She discusses her personal approach to creating and promoting her works and reflects on the evolving support from the Children's Illustrators Society. Additionally, she delves into the impacts of book bans and her views on AI inart creation. Join Linda as she recounts her inspiring story and provides invaluable insights for aspiring authors. Check out the authors website: https://lindahansenauthor.com

00:00 Introduction to Linda Hansen

00:11 Becoming an Accidental Author

01:10 Joining the Children's Illustrators Society

01:37 Self-Publishing Journey

03:34 Choosing the Right Printing Method

05:22 Navigating Book Sales Channels

09:39 Marketing Strategies for Indie Authors

19:16 Advice for Aspiring Authors

23:18 Challenges of Book Bans

27:01 Discussing AI in Creative Work

28:19 Favorite Authors and Personal Anecdotes

32:52 Social Media Strategies for Authors

38:16 Challenges and Successes in Book Marketing

39:57 Copyright and Legacy of Written Works

50:32 Closing Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring Authors

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