American · b. 1981
Jeff Goins is an American author, blogger and speaker who writes about creative work and making a living from it. He built his audience through his blog, Goins, Writer, and through online courses for aspiring writers. His books include The In-Between, Wrecked, The Art of Work and Real Artists Don't Starve, and Real Artists Don't Starve became his best known title on creative careers. He argues that artists succeed through apprenticeship, collaboration and steady practice, and he rejects the myth of the starving artist. His plain, practical style has made him popular with freelancers, writers and small business owners who want direct advice. He is also the founder of Tribe Writers, a program that teaches writing and audience building. Goins lives in Tennessee. He has no major literary prizes, but his books and teaching have reached a large readership among people building creative careers.