Aging Adventurously at 80 How I Wrote a Book and Got It Published

By Sandra Richmond

It's Never Too Late to Tell Your Story - and Sandra Richmond Proves It's Never Too Late to Publish It

At the age of 80, Sandra Richmond didn't just write a book-she boldly stepped into the world of publishing and found fun and learning along the way. In Aging Adventurously - How I Wrote a Book and Got It Published at 80, Sandra shares the honest, practical, and deeply-inspiring journey behind her literary debut.

Following the success of her first book, Milepost 75 - Aging and Experiencing Life Trials with Wonder, Resilience, and Love, readers were eager to know how she made it happen-especially at an age when many people are slowing down. This second book is her candid answer.

In Part 1, Sandra reveals how she got unstuck, overcame self-doubt, and developed her writing process. She shares her positive experience working with a writing coach, what the early editing process was like, and the mindset that kept her moving forward.

In Part 2, she walks the reader through her publishing journey-from landing a publisher and collaborating with her new editor, to securing blurbs, and finally, embracing the task of marketing her book.

Packed with real examples-including a publishing query letter, blurb requests, and a marketing pitch to encourage reader reviews-this book is both a how-to and heartfelt memoir that will inspire anyone with a dream to write, regardless of age.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 196632331X
• ISBN13: 9781966323310
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Flint Hills Publishing
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 8.5"