Who am I and how can I do this?

My name is Lisa Cottrell-Bentley and I’ve been where you are. I spent nearly a decade struggling with the publishing industry. I followed all the “rules”, only to find myself poor and depressed. I’d lost my writer’s voice and I’d given up.

That’s when I took a step back from all the advice I’d been given and I looked at modern publishing in a new light.  I researched all the publishing options available today with critical eyes, yet with an open mind, and I decided to do things my way, rather than the way that wasn’t working. I discovered new ways of publishing that brought my writing to my readers quicker, professionally, and with more money in my pocket. My new way is working and I’m certain you can discover and succeed at your way.

I’m happy to tell my entire story (I’m an author!) and I will, but first I want to emphasize that this is not a “one size fits all” solution for writers to become success stories! The success path that I have chosen works for me, my type of writing, and my particular goals. Unless your writing and goals are identical to mine, my path probably won’t be best for you. I am here to help empower you to make the best decisions for your unique situation.

What is my secret?

Listening to my conscious guide me. Sounds simple, but it’s not when you are bombarded with a million tidbits of advice each day.

What is this site about?

Beyond the Rich Author, Poor Writer book that will be for sale in Summer 2010 and the various mp3 audio programs for sale, I will be: writing encouraging words and ideas for you to ponder, posting success stories I hear about (maybe even yours!), uncovering money myths, and exploring practical applications for you to use in your own writing career. I believe that everyone has a story to tell and if you are so inclined to write the stories (fiction and non-fiction) in you, then they can reach their intended readers. We can do this and not be struggling artists in the meantime.