Archive for March, 2008

The proposal is like a resume and sets the tone for the entire relationship between publisher and author. Each proposal is its own unique statement of who you are and what your project is about. However, there are some items that, in most cases, should be in your proposal in some form or another. A … Continue Reading

Prior to being published, new authors will frequently make mistakes that damage or even preclude their book’s marketability. Commonly, these errors include Poorly designed or stock cover art Unedited, under edited or unprofessionally edited text Under funded or lack of a book marketing budget Invisible or inadequate online presence for author and titles Lack of … Continue Reading

Prior to being published, new authors will frequently make mistakes that damage or even preclude their book’s marketability. Commonly, these errors include Poorly designed or stock cover art Unedited, under edited or unprofessionally edited text Under funded or lack of a book marketing budget Invisible or inadequate online presence for author and titles Lack of … Continue Reading

What is the difference between a successful writer and an aspiring one? The rewrite. Few if any writers have their material flow onto the page ready to publish. The idea, inspiration, energy should pour out without editorial interference. Then the craft of writing begins.We all know a piece of great writing when we read it. … Continue Reading