The Dream vs. The Reality & My Honest Advice
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Starting a publication on feels exciting..Right.. The idea of creating your own little world, bringing writers together, building an audience, maybe even shaping conversations it’s tempting.
And honestly, I get it. I thought the same way when I started Pen With Paper. It felt like a chance to not just write but to create a home for other voices.
But here’s the side, people don’t see until they’re in it: running a publication is not just about hitting “publish.”
The Dream vs. The Reality
The dream is simple:
- Writers sending in clean and polished, thoughtful work that makes you proud to publish
- Readers pouring in by the hundreds.
- A growing reputation that makes your pub stand out.
- Smooth workflows, happy editors, and submissions that…