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5 Christmas Gift Ideas for Editors
Do you know and love any editors? What do you give such creatures for Christmas? This editor has a few ideas for you!
5 Christmas Gift Ideas for Writers
What sort of gifts should you get a writer for Christmas? Here are some suggestions!
Should You Become a Writer?
Why do I write? I’ve asked myself that question recently. Making it in writing is hard—some might say well-nigh impossible. Trying to build a platform is excruciating, grasping for those elusive social media followers. Then there’s the strategizing. Who should I submit to? Should I self-publish? (The answer is no, not unless you have no … Continue reading Should You Become a Writer?
When You Should and Shouldn’t Self-Publish
Self-publishing burst onto the scene like every writer's fairy godmother. But when should - and shouldn't - you use it?
Should White Writers Write Non-White Characters?
Publishers are looking for diversity. But are white writers qualified to write it?
How to Deal with Rejection
What do you do when your writing is turned down? Here are some tips!
The Eight Most Common Submission Mistakes
Every writer dreams of the fateful day when a publisher will say, “Yes! I want your book!” Unfortunately, that doesn’t happen very often if you don’t have an agent, especially with bigger publishers. But to get an agent, you need to impress one. And to impress one, you need a killer submission. And, unfortunately again, … Continue reading The Eight Most Common Submission Mistakes
How to Get a Book Contract in Five Easy Steps
So you want to be an author. Fantastic! Have I got the formula for you! (Warning: some satire ahead.)