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What Agents Do When They Don't Send Out Your Work
Having been both a client and an agent, I completely understand the frustration of waiting. But agents don't sit on their hands, I promi


Author Guest Post: George Cargill
I'm more than thrilled to host author George Cargill as he talks about the publication journey of "In the Grip of God."

Interview with Michelle Medlock Adams
Join us and meet Michelle Medlock Adams, bestselling author, publisher representative, literary services manager, and bass fisher.


Why Authentic Content Lasts Longer
Although writers who latch onto trends may make a quick buck, their books may not last quite as long as books written by the heart.


20 Ways to Tackle Writer's Block
Thanks to a fantastic discussion on Writer's Chat, I wanted to make the resources readily available. Below you'll find twenty ways t


5 Writing Conference Pitching Tips
I've been on both ends of the desk for one-on-one writing conference pitches (agent and author). Here are some tips before you sit down


Five Foolproof Ways to Catch a Literary Agent's Eye
It's hard to get a literary agent's attention. How do you stand out in hundreds, thousands of emails?
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