The Next Chapter

Writing in Retirement

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Pub Date Sep 30 2024 | Archive Date Jan 17 2025

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Description

The Next Chapter: Writing in Retirement contains a wealth of information to help any aspiring writer. But, if you’re retired or looking for an encore career, this book is written specifically with you in mind.

As an international award-winning author, blogger, and freelance writer for over three decades, Julie A Gorges has written an empowering book to help you write your way to a happy and fulfilling retirement.

After all, you’re never too old to pursue your passion!

The book provides the inspiration and motivation you need while sharing Gorges’ extensive knowledge and experience to jump-start your writing during your golden years.

With plenty of encouragement and help, you’ll explore all the many options available today – whether you want to write for pleasure or profit. Once you decide which direction to take, this book will guide you down your path with easy-to-understand steps to accomplish your goals.

The comprehensive guide includes vital tips on how to:

  • find inspiration for ideas
  • create the perfect writing space and develop a writing routine
  • write a novel, non-fiction book, or your life story
  • find an agent and/or publishing house
  • become an indie writer and self-publish at no cost
  • promote and market your book
  • write articles that sell and find freelance gigs on the Internet
  • start, promote, and monetize a blog
  • write travel articles and books
  • pen poetry, write a play, or start a journal


For further inspiration, the book includes interviews with retirees who successfully took up writing in their golden years. They share a variety of viewpoints, share a practical and realistic portrayal of what it takes to get started in this industry, and explain how they overcame challenges.

Don’t wait any longer to reimagine your retirement and turn your writing dreams into reality.

The Next Chapter: Writing in Retirement contains a wealth of information to help any aspiring writer. But, if you’re retired or looking for an encore career, this book is written specifically with...


A Note From the Publisher

Julie A. Gorges is an award-winning journalist, author, and a member of the Authors Guild. Hundreds of her articles and short stories have been published in magazines including "Woman's World," "True Romance," and "Cricket."

Julie A. Gorges is an award-winning journalist, author, and a member of the Authors Guild. Hundreds of her articles and short stories have been published in magazines including "Woman's World,"...


Advance Praise

"An intelligent guide by a seasoned writer...~ Kirkus Reviews

"For retirees seeking a new creative outlet or a way to preserve their memories, The Next Chapter: Writing in Retirement provides the perfect roadmap to begin this exciting journey." ~Readers' Favorite

"Gem of a book for anyone who has the interest but doesn't know how to start on the writing journey." ~Charlotte Byrd, USA Today Bestselling Author

The book provides the inspiration and motivation you need while sharing Julie Gorges' extensive knowledge and experience to jump-start your writing during your golden years." ~Catherine Michaels, Retiree and Award-Winning Author

If you have ever thought about writing in retirement, you need this book. It is a comprehensive guide to writing that covers everything...What’s more, it is written by an experienced, versatile writer, so you know her advice is solid. Plus, it’s enjoyable to read. Julie Gorges knows what it takes to start writing in retirement— and you will too if you read her excellent book! ~ Barry Silverstein, Retiree, Author, Blogger & Freelance Writer

The Next Chapter: Writing in Retirement is one of the best guidebooks I've seen. Gorges' suggestions and tips are for everyone who has a dream to write but doesn't know where to start. I highly recommend this book for all those interested in stepping into the literary world." ~Rosie Russell, Retiree and Children's Author



"An intelligent guide by a seasoned writer...~ Kirkus Reviews

"For retirees seeking a new creative outlet or a way to preserve their memories, The Next Chapter: Writing in Retirement provides the...


Marketing Plan

Amazon, Facebook, and BookBub ads, social media sites, author website, blog

Amazon, Facebook, and BookBub ads, social media sites, author website, blog


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EDITION Ebook
ISBN 9798990106505
PRICE $3.99 (USD)
PAGES 288

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