Gigi Will Know: Would Mark Twain or Ring Lardner be published today?
“The market’s a lot bigger now than it was in the 19th century and the mid-20th century.” Read More “Gigi Will Know: Would Mark Twain or Ring Lardner be published today?”
“The market’s a lot bigger now than it was in the 19th century and the mid-20th century.” Read More “Gigi Will Know: Would Mark Twain or Ring Lardner be published today?”
Before we can walk the walk, we need to learn how to talk the talk. Here’s our guide to all the jargon, misconceptions, and pitfalls aspiring authors need to know to navigate the modern publishing industry confidently. Read More “Publishing from A to Z: Frequently asked questions about the industry”
Which literary magazine is the one your piece needs?
Read More “Finding a home for your words”
My indie memoir is more than a decade old, but now there are many new accounts, facts, and details with important relevance to my story. Should I republish it? Or should I issue it as a second edition? Read More “Gigi Will Know: What are my options for republishing an older memoir?”
“Publishing is not a meritocracy. Whoever told you that should be forced to read the phone book from end to end, and then backward.” Read More “Gigi Will Know: Is there a way around querying?”
No! Instead, look at where those rejections are coming from. Read More “Gigi Will Know: My work is always rejected. Should I give up on writing?”
A guide to sorting through agent offers, getting your book proposal just right, and making sure you still have more to say after a million (or more) people read your article. Read More “What to do when your writing goes viral”
Also: What should writers offer their agents, and what should authors reasonably expect from agents? Read More “Gigi Will Know: Should writers consult with a lawyer prior to signing a contract?”
Interested in pursuing a hybrid publisher? Here’s how to find the right fit for you and your book. Read More “Hybrid Publishing 101”
Do editors prefer timely pieces over timeless ones? Read More “Gigi Will Know: Does fiction about current events have a higher chance of getting published?”