…interactions with others. Despite these struggles, Marissa displays a level of acceptance of herself and expertise at handling her problems that help the reader identify with her. Podcast Element: small…
…crime fiction that gives readers a chance to delight in vicariously solving a murder—without graphic violence or sex. Protagonists are typically amateur (and usually female) sleuths solving small-town crimes with…
…start to finish on a few small projects is to print out my memoir manuscript as is and sit with it like a real book. Though my voice will be…
…groups, these don’t allow you as broad a reach as social media does. There are countless Facebook groups for small business owners, which you should absolutely request to join. Seek…
After graduate school and a short period of teaching English at a small college, I moved back to New York resolved to become a novelist. My mother loaned me her…
…independent publishing, the author acts as the head of a small publishing company, making decisions about a book’s content, title, and cover and interior design. Often, they hire creative professionals…
…small, Thea throws herself into the most urgent and challenging rescue mission of her life-but will she be able to prevent this kidnapping from destroying her family for good? If…
…a moment to acknowledge what you’ve accomplished; you’ve submitted a piece of thoughtfully curated art, all your own. I believe it is important to celebrate our accomplishments, big or small,…
…avid readers and are always hungry for recommendations. Pamela Taylor: What advice do you have for published authors (Big 4 imprint, small press, or self-published) who want to engage with…
…happen to be, big or small, they can do more work than just being frightening. They can, believe it or not, be inspiring. Take a minute and think about some…
