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  • How to Write an Effective Query Letter [Part 1]

    How to Write an Effective Query Letter [Part 1]

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    A literary agent is a critical ally in your mission to write a great book and get it published.  To find a literary agent, you’ll need to send him or her a convincing query letter. But how do you write an effective query? We interviewed Literary Agent Sam Hiyate for his advice. Watch the video to find…

  • How Much Character Development is Too Much?

    How Much Character Development is Too Much?

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    Guest post by author Chase Connor Writers should develop characters like they do their relationships.                 But maybe you don’t know their mom’s maiden name.                 Or what name they gave their childhood pet.                 The type of shampoo they use.                 Or about the time they accidentally told the cashier at the bakery that they…

  • The Submission Package: Your One Chance to Impress

    The Submission Package: Your One Chance to Impress

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    By Jessica De Bruyn, Professional Editor The scariest time to be a writer is when you’re sending your work out into the world for the first time. You have likely toiled for months or even years on this piece and now finally you’re ready to start that road to publishing. If you’re planning to go the traditional…