The top 10 do’s and don’ts of submitting to literary agents
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The Publishing Industry
Is the memoir market oversaturated?
We took a trip down memoir-y lane and asked: What makes a memoir truly great? What’s the best way to sell one? And – gulp – is this megapopular market finally oversaturated? Memoirists, agents, and publishers speak out. Read More “Is the memoir market oversaturated?”
The lords and ladies of LOL: Inside the minds of America’s top humor editors
An exclusive look at the gatekeepers of contemporary comedy writing.
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Graphic nonfiction books are on the rise
This up-and-coming genre conveys facts in full color. Read More “Graphic nonfiction books are on the rise”
The rising tide of “cli-fi,” or climate fiction
Authors are becoming increasingly concerned about the state of our planet – and what we can do about it. Enter cli-fi, a new genre that deals with climate change and global warming on both a modern and future scale. Read More “The rising tide of “cli-fi,” or climate fiction”
Ask The Writer: Finding a literary agent
A quick-and-dirty guide for finding an agent. Read More “Ask The Writer: Finding a literary agent”
Can I find a publisher for my short story collections?
Everything you need to know before you start pursuing publication for your short stories. Read More “Can I find a publisher for my short story collections?”
We Need Diverse Books
Half of U.S. children under age 5 are non-white. But only 10 percent of children’s books in the last
two decades featured multicultural characters. The math doesn’t add up. And one nonprofit organization is determined
to even the playing field. Read More “We Need Diverse Books”
Story shapers: What book editors want you to know
Six editors share what they’re looking for, what they’re publishing, and what authors should know about the industry. Read More “Story shapers: What book editors want you to know”
What should you do if you hate your book cover design?
How to advocate for your cover design – without infuriating everyone in the process. Read More “What should you do if you hate your book cover design?”
Featured Posts
The top 5 best-selling novels of 2018 (so far)
The best-selling books on our list are a varied bunch, with authors ranging from an acclaimed novelist to a former president. Read More “The top 5 best-selling novels of 2018 (so far)”
The top 10 do’s and don’ts of submitting to literary agents
Before querying agents make sure to do or not do each of these items. Read More “The top 10 do’s and don’ts of submitting to literary agents”
Successful self-published authors share their top tips
We hear whispers that indie authors can make just as much as – if not more than – traditionally published authors. But who are these mythical indie authors, and how are they making it work? Read More “Successful self-published authors share their top tips”