Bean Counting for Authors: Helping Writers & Creative Business Owners Grasp Accounting & Taxes

By Christina Mercer

FEAR ACCOUNTING? Though the professions of author and accountant couldn't be more different in their main functions, authors come closer to becoming mini-accountants than they realize. Why? Because once anyone becomes an official business owner, he/she crosses into the realm of accounting and taxation. Oh, the horrors of it, right? But never fear Getting a handle on important basics is really not all that daunting. Allow this author and former CPA to help you get serious about your business by learning the major "must-knows" of Bean Counting for Authors and Creative Business Owners. **NOTE: keep in mind tax rules change regularly. A few changes since publication are hobby losses are no longer allowed, entertainment expenses are no longer allowed, the 1099-MISC for independent contractors is now the 1099-NEC, and the QBI deduction is available to qualified businesses.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0692619976
• ISBN13: 9780692619971
• Release Date: February 2016
• Publisher: Christina Mercer
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"