Kimberly Smith

A reality check for writers who want clarity, not hype.

If you’ve spent any time in author spaces lately, you’ve heard it all:
“Post every day.”
“Write faster.”
“Go viral or go home.”

Here’s the truth most trend pieces won’t say out loud: the author career didn’t collapse—it matured. And maturity means some shiny tactics lost their power while quieter, sturdier strategies kept working.

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