CHINDI have recorded a video where some of the members discuss the lessons learned in setting up a local group of authors. What they get from the group, how roles have been allocated, quality maintained and a newly introduced fee structure to support existing authors and those in the process of self publishing. Alli member, Christoper Joyce, one of the founding members will be available online to answer specific queries following the video.
How to run a great Author Co-operative: Christopher Joyce
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I enjoy what you guys are usually up too. This type of clever work and exposure!
Keep up the excellent works guys I’ve included you guys to my blogroll.
Thank you to all involved for the very clear view of how CHINDI has evolved over the past 12 months and also hints on the way forward, where do we go from here?
Loved the interviews. Quite fascinating.