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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