In an era where nobody seems to know what to suggest or do in the world of book publishing – only what not to do – I have decided to channel the marketing genius that, once upon a time, lived inside the brilliant mind of Alan von Eggers Rudd.
Hi Kristin! This is so weird. I worked with you at Rudd International. My sister and I were talking about all the jobs we’ve had and I started googling and this came up. What a wild ride that was. Sounds like you are doing well? I went back to school and eventually became a software developer and had a side hustle as an artist. Lately I’ve been able to focus on the art. Portugal! I’m jealous. Nice to see a fellow Rudd International alumni.
"Publishers and agents want to see evidence of the potential audience of buyers and consumers already in place" If you have a big enough footprint, they'll sign you. The book itself? Mere details.
Hi Kristin! This is so weird. I worked with you at Rudd International. My sister and I were talking about all the jobs we’ve had and I started googling and this came up. What a wild ride that was. Sounds like you are doing well? I went back to school and eventually became a software developer and had a side hustle as an artist. Lately I’ve been able to focus on the art. Portugal! I’m jealous. Nice to see a fellow Rudd International alumni.
Congratulations on making the leap to full time art, I'm envious! Please forgive my less-than-perfect memory – what years were you at Rudd?
And no worries - it took me a minute to remember you. I think when I was there, you were leading the textile department.
85-87ish. I started as the receptionist but eventually became the manager of the accounting department.
Ahh, that explains it. Yes, I was the vp of textiles, but I left in 1985.
"Publishers and agents want to see evidence of the potential audience of buyers and consumers already in place" If you have a big enough footprint, they'll sign you. The book itself? Mere details.
Fascinating account. All spot-on notes re publishing today. Stay with your energy.
Thanks, Liz! ☺️