You wrote that book!!! And I am beyond proud of you. BUT! Do you have a manuscript that a well-known publisher believes is worth publishing? Don’t look at me in that tone of voice! There are a number of factors that you must take into consideration before you enter into the big bad world of…
If you are an author who is shopping around for a publisher, you may find the phrase “agented submission only.” But what does this mean? In short, it means that the publisher in question will not even look at manuscripts that are sent in directly by the author. Instead, the approach must be made by…
Are you interested in getting a book that you wrote published? If you are, you need to find the publisher that is the perfect fit for you and your book. Unfortunately, this can be easier said than done. Book publishers can be picky about which books and authors they choose to work with, so you…
If you have tried over and over to get your book published only to have been met with rejection letter after rejection letter, your first impulse may be to give up. But hold your horses! If you do believe that you have a good book on your hands, you may want to consider transforming your…
Thinking about self-publishing??? WEIGH. YOUR. OPTIONS! When you make the decision to self-publish a book, you have complete control over the whole process. In fact, that is one of the many plus sides to self-publishing, as many authors like having complete control over their works of art. However, as for the responsibility goes, an author…
Are you a writer who would like to write and publish a children’s book? If you are, you should know that you have A LOT of work ahead of you. I’ve had clients who believed that children’s books are just sooo easy to write. And you know what? THEY’RE RIGHT! However, they are not necessarily…
Are you a writer who would like to get a book published? If you are, you may have heard that you should hire the services of a professional literary agent. Yes, there are a number of benefits to using a professional agent, but do you really need one??? Let’s find out. As for whether or…
In the world of writing, where every word counts and time is both an asset and a challenge, finding the right rhythm can make all the difference. Many creatives, especially writers swear by the Pomodoro Technique, a time management method that has transformed how they achieve their word count goals. Let’s uncover the origins of…
It’s Time Management Month, a dedicated space on our calendar where we make it a goal to do better managing our time and increasing productivity. Besides busy lives and schedules, there’s this thing called procrastination that usually gets in the way. It’s easy to procrastinate writing, especially for new and indie authors. So how do…
Your resume is often the first impression a potential employer has of you. A resume is more than a list of previous jobs but more like a fact sheet with the potential to open new doors and opportunities. That’s why it’s crucial for your resume to accurately represent your skills, qualifications, talents, and experiences. While…
