Then check out this blog by Monica Pierce, who writes for adults and is working on some YA. She lists her top 5 research services and why she loves them.
Published authors: promote your work at a historic resort
Here's a swell promotional opportunity for some of our published members. Read on--applications are due tomorrow.Hello from Kim Ricketts Book Events!We are currently seeking children's book authors for a series we're running at an historic resort here in Washington. The dates of the events are March 27-28 and July 9-10. Authors for these events will... Continue Reading →
Great post on school visit fees
Stasia Kehoe has an illuminating post on the subject of fees authors and illustrators charge schools for their visits. Here's an excerpt: Almost all authors do charge for school and library visits, generally in the form of a daily honorarium plus travel and expenses (I recommend stipulating something like "up to 3 (or 4) presentations... Continue Reading →
Nathan Bransford’s query forum
Have a query? Submit it for a critique from his readers.Then again, you could also join one of our local critique groups. Lois AT loisbrandt.com will hook you up.
Let’s hope this trend dies a quick death
Found this on Kristin Nelson's blog: This is the latest rally cry in publishing. One of my authors just found out today that her publisher is not going to be doing ARCs for her book. But it’s not just for her title but for all the mass market titles at this house.Gone. They’ve decided that... Continue Reading →
Quote of the day: C.S. Lewis
"No one who bothers about originality will be original, but try to tell the truth & you'll become original." --C. S. Lewis
10 do’s and don’ts when you’re writing a synopsis
Writer's Digest has a great list of tips. Here's the start: 1. Do keep in mind that this is a sales pitch. Make it a short, fast and exciting read.2. Do establish a hook at the beginning of the synopsis. Introduce your lead character and set up a key conflict.3. Do remember to always introduce... Continue Reading →
Book trailer for EPITAPH ROAD by David Patneaude
Doesn't this make you want to read the book?
New agent alert: Mandy Hubbard seeks MG/YA
Mandy Hubbard has joined the D4EO Literary Agency where she will concentrate on YA and Middle-Grade fiction. Here's the announcement:Mandy began her career in publishing on the other side of the desk: as an author. Her debut novel, PRADA AND PREJUDICE, (Razorbill/Penguin-- June 2009) is in its fifth printing. She has four other books under... Continue Reading →
The darker side of some children’s book authors
Jim Whiting sent this Babble blog post, which reveals some of the less savory facts about Dr. Seuss, Shel Silverstein and other beloved creators of children's books.Check it out, if you have the stomach.It certainly makes me wonder how much bearing the views of an artist have on the merits of the art. There are... Continue Reading →