Gigi Will Know: My work is always rejected. Should I give up on writing?
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?”
The Publishing Industry
What to do when your writing goes viral
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”
Gigi Will Know: Should writers consult with a lawyer prior to signing a contract?
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?”
Hybrid Publishing 101
Interested in pursuing a hybrid publisher? Here’s how to find the right fit for you and your book. Read More “Hybrid Publishing 101”
Gigi Will Know: Does fiction about current events have a higher chance of getting published?
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?”
Tips from writers and editors for publishing your COVID-19 stories
Editors seek fresh, surprising perspectives on the pandemic.
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How to create and cultivate a successful agent-author partnership
Add to FavoritesWriters who dream of signing on with a big publisher know that the first step in the process is finding the perfect literary … Read More “How to create and cultivate a successful agent-author partnership”
How to stop worrying and love the query
Add to FavoritesWriting a novel is one thing. You set aside months, years of your life to flesh out characters, twist and bend the plot, … Read More “How to stop worrying and love the query”
Gigi Will Know: What should I put in my cover letter when submitting poetry to literary journals?
Add to FavoritesI want to submit my poetry to literary journals, but I have no idea what to put in the cover letter. I don’t … Read More “Gigi Will Know: What should I put in my cover letter when submitting poetry to literary journals?”
Lorin Oberweger interview: Tapping your story’s full potential
A Q&A with independent editor, author, and former literary agent Lorin Oberweger.
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Featured Posts
The Writer’s Conference
September 17, 2022 Sponsored By Thank you to all who attended our conference on September 17, 2022! Sign up for our mailing list now … Read More “The Writer’s Conference”
Three elements that create a strong opening sentence
The importance of opening with character, setting, and emotion. Read More “Three elements that create a strong opening sentence”
Opportunities for writers: September 2022
Here are the deadlines that caught our eye this month, September 2022. Read More “Opportunities for writers: September 2022”