If you are a writer who also has a day job, your are not alone. Not only are there many such authors working towards writing full-time, but many famous authors had day jobs at the beginnings of their careers: Kurt Vonnegut, Stephen King, Charles Dickens, Franz Kafka, and many more. Who do you think co-owned an asbestos factory? Banker, engineer, barista, janitor, cruise line direct, and oyster pirate. (Yes—oyster pirate!)
Head over to The Expert Editor to see their infographic of twenty aspirating authors and their day jobs.

The Surprising Day Jobs of 20 Famous Writers (Infographic)


 

Mark McFaddyn is a writer and editor specializing in fiction and nonfiction religious works. He is one of the cofounders of Sulis International Press. Born in Glasgow, he has lived in Dallas, Texas since he was three years old.

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