Many of us secretly wish to write a book someday. What is the process of finding an idea, writing a book and the steps to get it published? Can you manage being an author while having a full time job? We’re breaking the dreamy myths and covering the bitter sweet realities of being a published author. Our guest is Ms. Vibha Batra an author, graphic novelist, advertising consultant, poet, lyricist, translator, playwright, scriptwriter, speaker, and creative writing mentor. She has published 19 books, written across multiple genres, and worked with popular publishing houses including Rupa, Penguin & Harper Collins. As an advertising professional, she has worked with organizations like ICICI Bank, Aditya Birla Group, etc. She was one of the 25 authors from 5 continents to headline the Sharjah Children's Literature Festival 2022.  Hear her talk about: (02:15) - Starting something vs getting it done; the fear of failing publicly as a motivator to finish (05:00) - The aha moment and the first idea for the book (07:30) - Sending the proposal for your book to publishers- the process and steps (08:30) - How to carve a career and monetize writing? (10:00) - Finding your calling and finding your why (11:30) - The voice in your head that cannot be ignored; the flow and rivers of joy (12:00) - Career options as a writer + dealing with criticism (14:30) - How stories and society share a deep relationship? (15:40) - Breaking the process – research and finding themes as an author (17:00) – Managing a day job and a life as an author Original Music by Joseph Mc Dade Drop us a note on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter @voice_of_achievers Or write in directly to [email protected] We’re listening to you. Don’t forget to follow us on Spotify, Stitcher, Apple, Google, JioSaavn, Gaana or wherever you’re listening to us! You can follow us and leave us feedback on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @eplogmedia, For partnerships/queries send you can send us an email at [email protected].   DISCLAIMER: The views expressed on all the shows produced and distributed by Ep.Log Media are personal to the host and the guest of the shows respectively and with no intention to harm the sentiments of any individual/organization.The said content is not obscene or blasphemous or defamatory of any event and/or person deceased or alive or in contempt of court or breach of contract or breach of privilege, or in violation of any provisions of the statute, nor hurt the sentiments of any religious groups/ person/government/non-government authorities and/or breach or be against any declared public policy of any nation or state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.