Rebecca Talley | July 12, 2010
Writing is a solitary art. Generally, we spend time alone at the keyboard trying to put on paper what’s so easily flowing through our minds. However, it’s important to involve others in your writing in the form of a critique group.
Rebecca Talley | June 7, 2010
Until recently, when someone said they’d self-published a book, most people would roll their eyes and mutter under their breath, “He’s not a real writer.” Not so anymore.
Gone are the days when you have to plunk down thousands of dollars to print out hundreds of copies that would most likely decorate your garage for years. [...]
Rebecca Talley | March 29, 2010
You’ve taken classes, studied the best writing books, outlined your novel, taken a year to write it, and let others read and critique it. You’ve researched the market, picked a few publishers you feel will be the best fit for your novel, and formatted the manuscript properly. You’ve included a cover letter and return postage.
Now [...]
Rebecca Talley | March 15, 2010
Writing conferences can be valuable opportunities to hone your skills and network with other writers and industry professionals. Be sure to research a conference to understand what it offers. Some conferences are geared toward novice writers while others are designed for professionals. Still others are tailored specifically for one genre or another. For example, if [...]
Rebecca Talley | February 28, 2010
Some people believe there are secrets to getting a book published and if you know those secrets, you’ll soon become a published author. Is that true?
Unfortunately, there are no “secrets” to getting published. Those who’ve found publication success have done so through hard work, dedication, perseverance, and a willingness to continue learning.
Hard Work
Writing a novel [...]
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