Are certain bylines more likely to lead to other bylines or opportunities? We spoke to writers and industry professionals to find out. Read More “Let bylines be bylines – and know how they can advance your career”
Plus, how they’re holding your stories back.
Read More “An editor’s guide to avoiding common slush pile mistakes”
“I see books and courses advertised online and elsewhere that purport to tell me this, but I do not know whether they have good advice or are just selling books.” Read More “Gigi Will Know: Is there a comprehensive, trustworthy guide for the brand-new author on how to get published?”
Plus, how to cope with receiving them. Read More “What writers and editors want each other to know about rejection”
“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?”
Here are the deadlines that caught our eye this month. Read More “Opportunities for writers: July 2022 calls for submissions”
Ready to make the new year your best year yet? These tips from the pros will help you keep writing all year long. Read More “Seven ways to build a writing habit in 2022”
“In summer, the song sings itself.” —William Carlos Williams Read More “15 summer writing prompts for your personal, professional, & creative writing practices”
