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An elevator pitch is a quick, punchy set of statements that you can use to sell your book to a publisher, agent, or reader. The idea is that, if the person you’re trying to sell to got into an elevator with you, you’d be able to deliver your pitch before they reached their destination. Of course, that’s pretty unlikely, and the real idea is to use artificial pressure to identify the key selling …
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Though writing is often thought of as a solitary pursuit, some notable authors have seen success by working with a writing partner, and doing so is a valuable experience that many writers experiment with at some point in their career. Despite that, twice the authors can often mean twice the problems, and if you’re entering into a writing partnership, it’s a good idea to know what you’re getting …
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You may think that, as an author, you can easily publish acclaimed work and gather a dependable readership without having to build any kind of brand. That, however, is a fantasy, but not in the way you might think. It’s possible, though difficult, to attract an audience without building a deliberate brand, but once they arrive, they’re going to start forming ideas about who you are. No matter …
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As an editor, I’ve helped authors market their books on a variety of levels. I’ve suggested minor changes to a work to better address or capture the target audience; I’ve sought out and helped craft author interviews, blog posts, and influencer marketing; and I’ve worked with authors to create engaging copy for their social media and book blurbs, selling directly to potential readers. If there’s …
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Is trying your hand at a new genre a smart move? Yes and no. Yes, experimenting with a new genre can stretch your creative abilities and help you grow as a writer. No, publishing successfully in more than one genre is not easy. It’s possible, but it takes planning, work, and a lot of thought. Here are some things to consider when deciding if it’s the right time to branch out into a new genre. How …
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If writers share a single fear, it’s the Bibliotrice; a vast, word-eating chicken-monster that consumes nearly finished books with a ceaseless, demonic hunger. If they share a second fear, it’s having their work stolen. Rare occurrence though it is, plagiarism of this type can happen, and it makes sense to know what you should do in the immediate aftermath of having your work stolen. As ever, …
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