Cash in on the audiobook boom
Have you heard? The audiobook market is on the rise. Here is what authors need to know to take advantage of it. Read More “Cash in on the audiobook boom”
The Publishing Industry
Audiobooks versus printed books: Is one version really better than the other?
A better question: Why should the writer care how readers experience a story? Read More “Audiobooks versus printed books: Is one version really better than the other?”
10 questions to ask before pitching an agent
Before you begin the querying process, ask yourself these questions. Read More “10 questions to ask before pitching an agent”
A roadmap to better diversity in literary magazines
Literary magazine editors discuss re-drawing the landscape and outline ways to get under-represented voices heard and read. Read More “A roadmap to better diversity in literary magazines”
Pub crawl: Editors and publishers discuss the fate of literary novels
Smaller presses, with an eye toward excellence and craft, may hold the key to publication. But you’ll need patience and persistence to unlock the doors, say these successful editors and publishers. Read More “Pub crawl: Editors and publishers discuss the fate of literary novels”
From blog to book deal
Can a blog still lead to a publishing contract in today’s oversaturated market? Read More “From blog to book deal”
Book reviewing for beginners
Four reasons why you should do it – and six tips on how to do it well. Read More “Book reviewing for beginners”
Find your niche magazine
Five magazine editors weigh in on the niche magazine industry and share tips for how to get published in those specialized publications. Read More “Find your niche magazine”
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”
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?”
Featured Posts
Thirty-four tech products to revolutionize your writing
This software can make your writing process easier, more effective, and possibly even more fun. Read More “Thirty-four tech products to revolutionize your writing”
Avoid these submission sins when querying an agent
As a young aspiring writer, I was fortunate enough to go to college in New York, the heart of American publishing. I hoped learning how … Read More “Avoid these submission sins when querying an agent”
Stop trash-talking your first draft
Want a surefire way to have a happier, more productive writing life? Stop calling your writing names. Read More “Stop trash-talking your first draft”