There’s good news for discouraged novelists.
When I worked as an agent, publishers kept repeating the same bad news for one client, who’d just written her first novel. While they liked her story and style, they turned down her book because it just didn’t fit their boxes.
Some said they did publish historicals, but only stories that fit their familiar, sales-proven categories. Others were more specific: They … Continue reading
As I write this, I’m waiting for a committee to decide about my proposal.
In my years in publishing, I’ve been here many times — on both ends of the process.
If you’re new to writing, get used to the idea of waiting and having others assess your work. It comes with the territory.
But it needn’t be accompanied by worry. Will your work be perfect? Not … Continue reading
What can a new writer expect from a veteran?
Often, when newer writers come to a writing event, they’re fearful. They worry others will put them down, especially the pros.
Maybe a few established authors fear competition, but not the best ones. Instead, they offer advice, acceptance, and encouragement.
Mystery and adventure author Paul Keprecos, in a recent Facebook post, spoke about meeting bestselling novelist … Continue reading