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”
The Publishing Industry
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?”
How to create a salable anthology proposal
Tips for creating and publishing your own anthology. Read More “How to create a salable anthology proposal”
Should I be worried if my book is published as a paperback original?
Manuscripts that skip hardcover and go straight to paperback are becoming more and more popular. Does this help or hurt book sales? Read More “Should I be worried if my book is published as a paperback original?”
Advice from Ploughshares editor Ladette Randolph
Expert tips from this true triple threat in the publishing world. Read More “Advice from Ploughshares editor Ladette Randolph”
Career Chops: Can I submit my novel directly to a publisher?
Can writers skip the agenting process altogether? Read More “Career Chops: Can I submit my novel directly to a publisher?”
Do you know what attracts literary agents?
Conferences are some of the best places to meet literary agents. But what should you do when you meet one? Read More “Do you know what attracts literary agents?”
Agent/author Regina Brooks gives advice for authors
As founder and president of Serendipity, a boutique literary agency, Regina Brooks dedicates her skills and years of experience to helping a diverse client base get their work published. Read More “Agent/author Regina Brooks gives advice for authors”
How to land the perfect book deal
A publicity professional offers tips for securing publication. Read More “How to land the perfect book deal”
Editors’ tips for getting your short stories published
Knowing what editors are looking for can increase your chances of getting your stories published. Read More “Editors’ tips for getting your short stories published”
Featured Posts
5 terrible, horrible, no good, very bad children’s book mistakes
Working on a book for young readers? Here’s what not to do. Read More “5 terrible, horrible, no good, very bad children’s book mistakes”
Beyond the backdrop: Mastering setting in fiction
Fully developing the setting of your work can lead to richer characters and deeper plotlines. Read More “Beyond the backdrop: Mastering setting in fiction”
Ranking rejection
All writers will receive rejection letters, but all “no’s” are not equal. Read More “Ranking rejection”