Tag Archive | publishing
Why Do We Care When Characters Die?
Originally posted on Ryan Lanz:
? by Kyle Massa Did you cry when Bambi’s mom got shot? It’s okay. You can admit it. Though we know they’re not real, the death of fictional characters evokes real emotion in us. I find that amazing. After all, when fictional character die, we’re essentially mourning the loss of someone…
Owning Your Writing Craft
Originally posted on Ryan Lanz:
? by Tonya R. Moore There’s all this hubbub floating around out there lately, conflicting theories of all the DOs and DON’Ts of what it takes to be or become a successful author. Some time ago, I saw some Perpetual Writing Advice Giver actually tweet that if you’re a writer…
War, Mystery, and the Publishing Industry: An Interview with Author E. Michael Helms
Originally posted on Kristen Twardowski:
To continue my interview series with editors, writers, and other folks in the books industry, I am pleased to present my discussion with award-winning author E. Michael Helms. He offers some great advice for writers who are hoping to be published and provides insight into the realms of war and…
Writing the (Almost) Perfect Book Review
Originally posted on The Indie Spot!:
Today we will take a look at what goes into writing the (almost) perfect book review. Nothing is ever really perfect, but those imperfections should never be an excuse for being unprofessional or rude. Okay, so you’re new to the fine art of writing book reviews. Maybe you’re not…
How To Be an Editor’s Favorite Client
Originally posted on Ryan Lanz:
? by Katie McCoach As an author, your relationship with your editor, your book cover designer, your agent, and your publishing house are all extremely important to your success. I believe in good and bad energy—what you put out, you get back in return. Day to day, I work my…
Selling Books—The Struggle is REAL but Not New & What to DO!
Originally posted on Kristen Lamb's Blog:
Image via Flickr Creative Commons, courtesy of Lane Pearman I know a lot of authors feel overwhelmed in the digital age of publishing and that is perfectly understandable. But today I would like to pan back and maybe offer a refreshed perspective to keep you pressing. Today we…
Writing Time: Selfish, Selfless, or Saving Others?
Originally posted on Ryan Lanz:
? by Christopher Slater I will start out by saying that this is a perfect example of what is meant by the phrase, “Doctor, heal thyself!” I am the absolute worst at not following this advice. Of course, that is probably why I have joked with my students that my…
How Your Attitude Affects Your Chances of Success in Writing
Originally posted on Ryan Lanz:
? by Meg Dowell The advantage of balancing my time between both sides of the business – writing, and editing – is that I see all the mistakes writers make when they express interest in, or begin, working for an editor. I have long since corrected these things in my…
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