I recently had a chat with my muse. (No, I hadn't had too much coffee, I promise.) It went something like this:
👱♂️ Me: Hey, Muse! Do you think this book will make the bestseller list?
🧚♀️ Muse: I'm not a psychic, Andrew. I sprinkle inspiration, not fortune-telling pixie dust.
👱♂️ Me: But you’re ethereal and all-knowing!
🧚♀️ Muse: Nah, I just like glitter and a good plot twist.
But it got me thinking – if our ever-elusive, glitter-loving muses can't tell us which book will skyrocket in popularity, who can? On today's The Indie Author Method, let’s explore why muses are terrible at predicting bestsellers, and why that's okay!
Why Your Muse is Clueless About Popularity
Distracted by Shiny Things: Muses are easily sidetracked. One minute they’re helping you nail a plot point, the next they’re wondering why unicorns don't have their own Starbucks drinks. It’s hard to predict book trends when distracted by mythical beverage opportunities.
No Marketing Degree: While muses are fab at whispering character dialogues at 3 AM, they slept through Marketing 101. Sorry, but they won't be much help with your social media strategy.
Unreliable Internet Connection: It's hard to keep up with the latest Goodreads reviews when your Wi-Fi is powered by fairy dust and moonbeams.
Muses Live in the Moment: While we're biting our nails over rankings, they're sipping cosmic lattes and grooving to the rhythm of the universe. Perspective!
In All Seriousness
Jokes aside, the whims of popularity are as unpredictable as... well, a muse on espresso. We write because of passion, expression, and the pure love of storytelling. A bestseller is a cherry on top, but the real dessert? Sharing a piece of our souls through words.
Activity: Write a faux conversation with your muse. Ask them anything (yes, even about unicorn beverages). Share it on your preferred social platform with #MusingOverMuses and let's spread some laughter!
While it would be splendid if our muses could give us winning lottery numbers or bestseller forecasts, their real gift is inspiration. So, let’s cherish our unpredictable, glitter-obsessed partners in creativity, and remember: the journey is just as magical as the destination.
-Andrew
The Indie Author Method
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