What does a debut author actually get paid? Krisserin and Kelton dig into Emily Zips' survey data and don't love what they find—average two-book deals for $50K, most authors working day jobs, and advances that won't cover daycare.

Plus: Kelton's Scrivener file predicted her dream agent, Instagram shadow ban drama, the identity question of "writer vs. mom," and why chapter summaries feel like showing your work in seventh grade math. Krisserin's IAIA MFA application is complete, and someone's getting paid $100 per chapter summary—into their own savings account.

Books Mentioned in This Episode:
• "The Possession of Alba Diaz" by Isabel Cañas
• "Soul Searching" by Lyla Sage

Resources Mentioned:
• Emily Zipps' Debut Author Survey

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