Kristen Fischer Releases “Creatively Self-Employed” Tells All About Life Outside the 9-to-5 World

March 2007 (Manasquan, NJ) – Kristen Fischer is proud to announce the release of her book, Creatively Self-Employed: How Writers and Artists Deal with Career Ups and Downs.

More than 65 writers, designers and artists worldwide were interviewed to discuss life after taking the plunge into creative self-employment, which in many cases does not promise steady paychecks or health insurance. Many creatives experience doubt, loneliness, anxiety and frustration along with the freedoms that come with setting their own schedules.

Their stories have been combined with the advice of life coaches and creative consultants to give creatives the support they need to thrive as savvy businesspeople. A section on conducting good business includes insight into marketing so creatives can better succeed in their endeavors.

“Following your dreams to self-employment is very rewarding, but there are aspects of the lifestyle that I didn’t think anyone was talking about,” says Fischer. “Exposing these feelings and scenarios will give other creatives the support they need to thrive in the business.”

The book features insight by notable authors such as Gail McMeekin (The 12 Secrets of Highly Creative Women, Conari Press); Tera Leigh (How to Be Creative If You Never Thought You Could, North Light Books) and M.J. Ryan (This Year I Will…, Broadway Books).

“So many creative people experience struggles and think that means they are not meant to follow an authentic path. This book will help creatives see that others are in the same boat, and their businesses can succeed despite the trials they face,” Fischer adds.

Fischer is a freelance writer who specializes in creating marketing collateral for a wide array of businesses. After more than three years of working 9-to-5 jobs, she started her copywriting business in 2003. She has contributed to Men's Health magazine, Philadelphia magazine, Skope magazine and College Bound magazine. She lives in Manasquan, New Jersey.

Creatively Self-Employed: How Writers and Artists Deal with Career Ups and Downs was published by iUniverse, which is owned by Barnes and Noble. The price is $16.95. The book is available for sale through iUniverse.com, Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com, CreativelySelfEmployed.com and at major book retailers.
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