July 2011
9 posts
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Plotter, Pantser, Both? Talking with Author...
Are you a PLOTTER or a PANTSER…or are you BOTH? That’s the question being asked of the authors coming to you live this month on ALL THE BLOG’S A PAGE. I have had author-friends who truly detest plotting, feeling it takes away from what the characters want to say, and I’ve had author-friends who detest flying by the seat of their author pants because the writing produced...
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Part 5 (of 5) of Book to Screen @ APOOO Bookclub
In the last part of the five-part series, Book to Screen, I offer information on where to find agents, contests, production companies, and more for your screenplay. Big thank you to those who have e-mailed about the series, have learned from it, and are actually interested in now turning their books into possible screenplays! To read my latest The Write Life for You commentary in the Book...
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Plotter, Pantser, Both? Talking with Author...
Are you a PLOTTER or a PANTSER…or are you BOTH? That’s the question being asked of the authors coming to you live this month on ALL THE BLOG’S A PAGE. I have had author-friends who truly detest plotting, feeling it takes away from what the characters want to say, and I’ve had author-friends who detest flying by the seat of their author pants because the writing produced...
Writers, Get into Shape with Award-Winning Author...
Please check out an opportunity below that may suit your career and professionals goals in publishing or publicity. I received an email from award-winning author Maryann Reid, who is conducting the below bootcamps, and I am confident you will get your money’s worth. Maryann has been an author (St Martins Press) for over 10 years, has been featured in Newsweek, Glamour, USA Today, CNN, ABC News...
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In 5, 4, 3, 2, 1...Talking with Author Shakara...
Come by ChickLitGurrl: high on LATTES & WRITING to check out the featured author for July, debut novelist, Shakara Cannon! About This Can’t Be Life When the repressed traumas of Simone Johnson’s childhood resurface through a recurring dream, secrets are unveiled that explain the negligence of her mother and her deep distrust of men. The support of her best friends, Stacey and...
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Knowing Your Editor's Editing Philosophy
My latest Blood-Red Pencil post, “Knowing Your Editor’s Editing Philosophy,” came about after reading another BRP bloggers post titled “Who Is Your Editor?” There has been plenty of advice for writers about researching agents and publishers and making sure writers have a good fit with these people; it’s equally important to have a good relationship with your...
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Knowing Your Editor's Editing Philosophy
My latest Blood-Red Pencil post, “Knowing Your Editor’s Editing Philosophy,” came about after reading another BRP bloggers post titled “Who Is Your Editor?” There has been plenty of advice for writers about researching agents and publishers and making sure writers have a good fit with these people; it’s equally important to have a good relationship with your...
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Plotter, Pantser, Both? Talking with Author Bettye...
Are you a PLOTTER or a PANTSER…or are you BOTH? That’s the question being asked of the authors coming to you live this month on ALL THE BLOG’S A PAGE. I have had author-friends who truly detest plotting, feeling it takes away from what the characters want to say, and I’ve had author-friends who detest flying by the seat of their author pants because the writing produced...
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Plotter, Pantser, Both? Talking with Author Mike...
Are you a PLOTTER or a PANTSER…or are you BOTH? That’s the question being asked of the authors coming to you live this month on ALL THE BLOG’S A PAGE. I have had author-friends who truly detest plotting, feeling it takes away from what the characters want to say, and I’ve had author-friends who detest flying by the seat of their author pants because the writing produced...