The Shit No One Tells You About Writing Shooting the Shit About Editors Quiet Quitting and the Unpaid Labour of Agents
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Feb 9, 2026 They rant about editors who ghost and publishers who quietly stall optioned books. They unpack a viral post on agents’ unpaid labor and debate the real costs authors face. They also argue for learning publishing through craft-first courses and defend authors promoting their own work.
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Editor Ghosting Led To Lost Opportunity
- An agent shared a story where an editor ghosted them during negotiations and later complained they 'assumed' the agent wouldn't accept another offer.
- The agent sold the book elsewhere after the publisher failed to communicate.
Expert Chose Courses Over A Book
- A nonfiction expert declined to write a book after calculating it didn't fit their time and income goals.
- They preferred existing products (courses/services) that offered higher or more reliable returns.
Weigh Books For Long-Term Payoff
- Consider long-term value when weighing a book against other products; books offer longevity and sub-rights potential.
- Use a book to build credibility, reach new retail channels, and unlock speaking or adaptation opportunities.
