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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.

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10 tips for working with an independent editor

What every author needs to know before signing a contract. Read More “10 tips for working with an independent editor”

Gigi Will Know: Help! My books don’t sell

Is writing just a very expensive hobby?

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How to stop worrying and love the query

Writing a novel is one thing. You set aside months, years of your life to flesh out characters, twist and bend the plot, build a world that is so believable that readers could practically live in it, and then you figure out a way to wrap it all up with a neat and tidy bow … Read More

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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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Essential questions to ask before signing with a literary agent

Wait! Don’t sign that contract.

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A brief history of the publishing industry

To understand where we are now, you’ve got to know how far we’ve come. Here’s a quick look at the history of the modern publishing industry as we know it.

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COVID-19 relief resources for writers

If you or a writer you know has had their income severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, here are financial resources that may be able to provide financial support.

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How COVID-19 will affect the publishing industry

The COVID-19 outbreak has impacted how writers write, what editors want to publish, and how books are sold. Read More “How COVID-19 will affect the publishing industry”