D.F. Hart - Making Sense of Author Finances (Live at Author Nation 2024)

[RECORDED LIVE AT AUTHOR NATION 2024 - LAS VEGAS]  

D.F. Hart is a crime fiction author and the founder of 2 of Harts, a specialized bookkeeping service for authors. With expertise in both writing and financial management, she helps authors transform their writing passion into sustainable businesses through proper financial tracking and analysis.

In this episode:

• Understanding the business side of author life
• How to calculate true ROI on advertising
• Tips for tracking book sales and formats
• Essential bookkeeping practices for authors
• The importance of separating business and personal finances

Resources mentioned:

• 2 of Harts Bookkeeping Services: https://2ofhartsacctg.com/
• KU page reads calculation method
• Cost per click analysis framework
• Custom chart of accounts for authors

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• 2 of Harts Bookkeeping Services: https://2ofhartsacctg.com/
• Author of Accounting for Authors: https://books2read.com/accountingforauthors

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