In The Sims 4, earning money is not limited to just writing. The skill of Writing is not only beneficial for various careers but also serves as a creative outlet for Sims who have a passion for it. Depending on their level of skill, Sims will produce books of varying quality, and sometimes, they may even create a bestseller.
Bestsellers hold a significant value in The Sims 4, surpassing the worth of standard books. Sims aspiring to become Bestselling Authors must strive to write these masterpieces in order to fulfill their aspiration and generate a respectable income from writing. Although bestsellers are rare, they can be achieved given the right circumstances.
How to Write Bestsellers in the Sims 4
In The Sims 4, bestsellers represent the epitome of exceptional writing by an author. To facilitate the creation of a bestseller, there are several measures players can undertake. Sims possessing traits such as Bookworm, Genius, Perfectionist, and Creative tend to produce works of higher quality. Moreover, granting them the Bestselling Author Aspiration not only enhances their skills when Inspired but also awards them the Muser bonus trait.
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Sims usually write bestsellers at Writing level nine or higher. To increase their Writing skills, Sims must do the following:
Write books or Practice writing on a computer
Read Writing Skill books
Write in a Private Journal (Sims 4: Parenthood)
Being inspired is the optimal mindset for writing a bestselling book. There are various ways for Sims to achieve inspiration, such as taking a thoughtful shower, immersing themselves in art, watching select TV channels, or utilizing object moods.
Additionally, Sims can invest 2,000 Satisfaction Points in purchasing the Creative Visionary bonus trait from the Rewards store. This trait enhances their chances of creating a bestseller by 20%. However, it is essential to note that luck still plays a significant role in the ultimate success of writing a bestseller, despite these advantageous elements.
Writing on a computer is the fastest method, and when Sims produce complete novels, plays, or short stories, they can receive royalties for their efforts. Additionally, by joining the Writer career, they can earn money while honing their skills. Sims have the option to self-publish or sell their work to a publisher through the mailbox.
Once Sims reach level nine in Writing, they gain the ability to submit their books to Literary Digest for publication. However, this opportunity is limited to once a week. Nonetheless, regularly taking advantage of this option can lead to significant financial rewards.
The Sims 4 is available now for PC, PS4, and Xbox One.