In my opinion, this should be a "must read" for all authors. The ups and downs Joanna Penn tackles are things that I wasn't prepared for at the beginning of my journey. Looking back over the years, I've come across all of the scenarios she mentions. It would have saved me a lot of grief if I'd been warned ahead of time of what an emotional rollercoaster the writer's life really is. This book is a great source of encouragement rather than a "how to" of the publishing business. Each topic is short and to the point, something I think is a plus in the busy schedule we all live in. What I like most is that she's frank and candid and tells it like it is. Too many people will have you believe being an author is easy. It isn't. It is very rewarding, but there are a lot of fears and doubts that we have to overcome if we are going to stick with it. I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review.