How to Engage Book Clubs
…during the introductions. Otherwise, jot notes about open questions and synthesize them into themes to address later. In either case, the answers and ensuing conversation often generate even more discussion,…
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#5onFri: Five Tips for Rocking Your Next Open Mic Reading
…length of time your reading should be and if there are any restrictions (e.g., pre-established themes, no foul language or mature content if the event is kid-friendly). The event organizer…
Episode 462: Organize a Short Story Collection as a Full Experience – Interview with Jolene Mcilwain
…mining, mill, and farming towns where she grew up. With stories that take place in diners and dive bars, town halls and bait shops, McIlwain’s writing explores themes of class,…
Episode 205: The Epic BookExpo Recap — 2018 Edition
…episode, I give you an inside look at: Then and now, how BookExpo has changed over the years. Knowing your audience, BookExpo vs. BookCon. New trends and themes in the…
Interview with Kellye Garrett
…dialogue. How do you come up with the recurring jokes and humorous themes for your characters (like Sienna’s shopping and Emme’s devotion to tech) and the big slapstick scenes? (I…
#5onFri: Five Outreach Ideas for Authors
…a collection of short stories down the line, perhaps they will refer your work to a magazine editor they know. Connecting and collaborating with other authors is an excellent and…
DIY MFA Will Be at WANACon
…a promotion this week for $15 off (just use the promo code: Valentine). Talk about a win-win-win! Finally, in keeping with the conference themes of Romance and steps for writers…
Episode 124: Platform Doesn’t Have to Be Painful — Solo Show
…the recent themes I’ve been considering like: service, responsibility, gratitude and love. I also talk about some of the obstacles I’ve faced when building my author platform. These aren’t just…
Three Tips for Creating an Author Newsletter Before You’re Published
…box? Odds are, there is already a lot of overlap between these topics and what you write, but keeping the themes of your writing in mind as a framework can…
Agents Share Conference Tips
…from the people who know the drill. As you’ll see, each agent has a different perspective and style, but there are many common themes. I’ve grouped the advice together by…
