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The Long Road to Publication: When a Story Takes Decades to Write

In an industry that often celebrates speed—quick drafts, rapid releases, and fast turnarounds—it’s easy to forget the long road to publication some books must take. A story might begin with a spark of inspiration, only to sit untouched for years.
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The Long Road to Publication: When a Story Takes Decades to Write

Some authors take the long road to publication, finishing books decades after they began. Here's what kept them going.

The Self-Publishing Advice Center
ALLi Blog (unofficial)May 12, 2025
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The Long Road to Publication: When a Story Takes Decades to Write

Some authors take the long road to publication, finishing books decades after they began. Here's what kept them going.

The Self-Publishing Advice Center
ALLi Blog (unofficial)Oct 14, 2021
TwitterChat: When should you give up on writing a book? https://selfpublishingadvice.org/twitterchat-when-should-you-give-up-on-writing-a-book/ #indieauthormindset #projectmanagement #finishingabook #TwitterChat #mindset #writing
TwitterChat: When should you give up on writing a book?

On the ALLi Twitter chat (#indieAuthorChat) this week we asked questions about When should you give up on writing a book?

Alliance of Independent Authors: Self-Publishing Advice Center