That's true that in writing books, much more is left to the imagination of the reader. But I would also see it that classical authors and authors of comic books are different kinds of artists. Because the requirements are different. Whereas I'm sure that's kind of true for all authors.

And while an editor is indispensable when publishing a novel, that might play a smaller role when publishing comic books, because there's less text and a lot more pictures? In any case, you should make sure that you find a publisher who is also familiar with this genre.

I think comics are really cool, too, and I have a lot of fun with them as a reader. But I have to say that as a writer, I'm not really the type for that kind of creativity. But it's a good thing that you have so many different options to try out!

For the professional context, I couldn't imagine that in my case either. That would be kind of inappropriate. But I can well imagine that you can do great things with it in education!

And writing your own first comic book would be a whole other challenge. Then you'd have to look separately at how you could get such a book published. Most publishers specialize in certain genres.

We know by now that there are different types of authors. And for each type of author, a different strategy works well. Some sit down with a good glass of wine and write only when they're inspired. Others are more disciplined and structured, setting aside a specific time each day to write, for example. I'm someone who needs a little pressure to function. I know that by now, and that's why I also make sure that I create framework conditions that work for me personally. As long as you don't get a bad feeling about it, I think that's perfectly fine.

You just have to be able to assess yourself and your own abilities and then draw the right conclusions. For example, I'm now very sure that I'll have my first book published by Novum Publishing and won't try the self-publishing route. That might work for many people, but it would probably cost me more money and time than going straight to an experienced service publisher.

Naming children is a difficult subject. In the European country where I live, it would probably not be possible to name a child Bitcoin. But in other countries like the US, there seems to be more freedom in this regard.

It is always a question of whether you are doing a child a favor with such an unusual name. I think, rather not. If you absolutely want to give a very unusual name, I would rather consider it as a middle name, for example. For example, Oliver Bitcoin + last name. That way, the child can choose whether to use the middle name in everyday life or to keep it a secret.

Personally, I would not give Bitcoin as a name at all.

I had a vacation at the end of December and took a lot of time to write after Christmas with the family. I had a good phase and got a few chapters further. But it will take a while until the manuscript is finished.

In the meantime I dared to read the first chapters by friends and got positive feedback. I guess the story makes you want more, but they would also recommend that I edit again when I'm done with the book. I've also contacted Novum Publishing and they've encouraged me that publishing can work out. But until that happens, I might want to enter a short story contest to get some publicity.

In the meantime, I have also had such phases in which I could only have written under pressure. But I think writer's block is quite normal. Since writing is my hobby and should be fun, I then allowed myself a break and read more.

Thank you for your advice! I also think that books should not only tell a story, but also make you think.

That it is more difficult to write a good book than to have an idea in my head is something I am experiencing myself. It will be done, but it's a tedious process. I hope to have the book published next year.

Before it is published, it will definitely be proofread and edited. I think that's when you notice, for example in fantasy novels, whether the worlds described make sense or whether you have to formulate something differently or add information.

I think that is a very important point. As a new author, when you find out how to write and, above all, publish your first book, you often get the impression that there is only one right way. But the demands and needs of authors are as varied as their books.

Some are satisfied if they can publish their book on their own homepage. Others find accommodation with traditional publishers and change their work according to the wishes of the publisher. Still others opt for service publishers and are satisfied with that. And some also discover a lot of joy in publishing their book via self-publishing, even if this also costs time and money.

You have to decide individually what is best for you. That's the same with investing money. Some prefer to invest their savings in gold, some in cryptocurrencies. And still others feel best when diversifying.

I use social media, but not insanely intensively. I read about the topics that interest me and use some of them as an opportunity to do further in-depth research. You shouldn't take anything you read directly as true, but always check the facts.

Discussions with others have often helped me to find my own point of view. Nobody knows everything. And thanks to social media like bitcointalk, we also have the great opportunity to benefit from each other.

I also firmly believe that the crypto market will recover. But I don't dare to predict how long that will take. At the beginning of the year, I would have thought that the political situation around Ukraine and Russia would quickly resolve itself. But that was not the case. For many, the world has felt more uncertain since then. And I think most people strive for security and what they know when times are uncertain.

Investing in cryptocurrencies is probably not attractive to quite a few people in times of crisis. But I think in the long run, the benefits of cryptocurrencies will come more and more to the fore. And especially if inflation continues to remain at a level, as is currently the case in Europe, among other places, alternatives to the current monetary system may also become increasingly attractive.

That's right, you just have to be happy yourself. At the moment I'm not yet, but that's also part of writing and publishing a book in some phases. But I'm confident that I'll be satisfied in the end. At the moment, I'm leaning heavily towards ultimately turning to a service publisher. But other options may also come into question. Self-publishing, however, I do not have the time and motivation, as you have correctly stated.

I think so too. It's the same in the music industry. In the past, you absolutely needed a record publisher. And today, some artists become famous via YouTube or TikTok.

Yeah, I'll definitely do that when I'm done. I felt really comfortable contacting Novum Publishing and if they actually want to publish my book and the price fits, I'll probably take the option. It may be that you also have a small chance with traditional publishers, but getting published there is also very time-consuming and involves a lot of rejections.

This is a nice example. And yes, I also believe that this is a normal development. Most people are more or less socially inclined and it's normal to want recognition for one's achievements.

Well, what will be the next steps? My own first book is still not finished. First I'll finish it, then I'll put it aside for a while and then start editing.

When I'm done with that, I'll look for beta reader. Do you have any tips on where I can find some? I'm sure I'll get feedback from friends and family, but not a completely neutral one.

The next step would be to see how I can get my book published. I've ruled out self-publishing in the meantime, I think I'll try my luck with publishers and service publishers. After a thorough examination of the contracts, there should be something suitable at some point.

I also read a lot, but not to copy from other authors, but to be inspired by their stories and also to reflect on which elements of the writing style I like well and which I like less. I think the knowledge and skills could also be well honed in a workshop. To see what my chances are, I contacted Novum Publishing with a sample of my book. I got feedback from the service publisher that they could see potential and that I should keep at it. I can contact them again when I am finished with my work and then they will see how they can support me on the way to publishing my book. However, I'm sure it will be some time before that happens. I've made good progress, but there's no end in sight yet. And when I'm done, I want to give the book to a few beta readers first and get feedback, and then start editing it myself. I think that will be a good piece of work again. But I'm looking forward to when the story is ready to be polished before handing the project over to professionals.

When I envision my readers, I don't have a unified group in mind. I think it's similar to those who are interested in cryptocurrencies. They are people of different nationalities, different ages, with very different lifestyles and professions. All of them are certainly interested in the future and new technologies. There are also no children and probably relatively few old people. I think that would also coincide with the target group I have in mind for my book.

Thank you! You're right, it's damn hard to write in a way that creates the same image in the reader's mind as it does for the author. That's why I think it's important to find beta readers every now and then who can give you honest feedback. Of course, this is no substitute for professional editing by the publisher before the book is published. People who deal with it on a daily basis know best what details they need to pay attention to and what can and should be improved.

Of course, a single, normal vacation is not enough to write an entire book. My vacation is over now, but I have made a lot of progress in writing and have rediscovered my joy in writing. I want to maintain that in everyday life and continue to work on my work. So I write for myself, but would also be happy to be able to reach readers with my finished book.

I am thinking about a workshop in creative writing. Taking a course directly with a publisher sounds like a good idea.

I'll read your article lacidamarketing right away. Do you have any experience writing and publishing books yourself?

If I had to choose either dogs or cats as pets, I would choose dogs. But I'm glad I don't have to make the decision. I love dogs and cats and have both a dog and cats. For me, they are all part of the family and I wouldn't want to miss them!

Thinking more than feeling when I write is hard for me. Professionally, I'm used to thinking first and foremost, and it's hard for me to break free from that. Sitting down at my computer is easy. Writing a few lines is too. But then I read it again and delete it right away. I think I still need to figure out what type of writer I am.

As for sharing with readers, I'm nowhere near there yet. I'm only writing for myself at the moment, after all, it's about my dream. I wouldn't let anyone read it until I'm mostly satisfied with it. If I succeed in writing a good book, however, I would definitely like to have it published someday. But I don't know if you have a realistic chance as a new author.

If you can take care of yourself, it's nobody's business how you spend your time. I don't know your neighborhood, but I think most people who know you just by sight don't know if you don't have a job or work from a home office.

I'm happy for you that you have the opportunity to devote yourself to your interests and engage with what you are passionate about and believe in for the future!