A pair of “free” shoes (with purchase) for MK, who writes, “I have been in touch with a publisher, Publish America, and they are interested in publishing my novel. However, I have serious concerns about whether I’m being treated properly. I’m hoping that you can give me a little advice.”
Some super expensive shoes for Susan, who writes, “I recently received an e-mail from an agent who said she would like to represent my book. But she also pitched her writing workshops to me. When I said that I wasn’t sure I could commit to her workshop, but had already hired an editor who is well-known in the subject of my book, this agent replied that she can also help me with edits on a one-on-one basis–for a fee. Do you think this is a conflict of interest: representing my book and being my editor for a fee?”
As a writer, you know when you have to research as you’re writing your book. But I’m talking here tonight about the research that goes into finding an agent.
As an aspiring writer or published author, you’re likely already a master of the internets. Here are just a few of my favorite very helpful sites for authors navigating the world of publishing: The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators Verla Kay Blue Boards Preditors and Editors Pub Rants Inspirational quotes on writing for [...]
