It’s standard practice for the publishing industry to take a much-needed break over the winter holidays, which means you have the next two weeks or so to feel less rushed as you gather resources and information to help you successfully query literary agents.
Read MoreWhat It Means for You, the Aspiring Trade-Published Author, that Bertelsmann Acquired Simon & Schuster
Bertelsmann, the parent company of Penguin Random House, aims to acquire Simon & Schuster from ViacomCBS in 2021. What does this mean for writers who aren’t yet published?
Read MoreResources to Improve Your Book Publicity and Marketing Game [from free to paid]
Book publicity and marketing are oh so crucial to publishing a book these days, and if you’re an indie author, you have to take these actions—or assemble a team to take these actions for you—all by your lonesome.
Feel lost and overwhelmed already? Don’t be. This list of free and paid resources should help you get off on the right foot.
Read MoreSometimes, It’s Not About You: A Pep Talk
In case of rejection, dear writer, might I offer you this pep talk?
Read MoreHow to Write a One-Page Synopsis
Many literary agents and other publishing gatekeepers ask for a one-page novel synopsis, but how do you write one? And, more importantly, how do you chisel it down to one freakin’ page?
Breathe in. Breathe out. We’ve got you covered.
Read More