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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The Publishing Industry
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?”
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?”
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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”