Novelists (Struggling or Not)

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Novelists - published or not - chatting about beginnings, muddy middles, dang endings, what to do with it all. Please don't shout (all caps, big images) or post links on the main wall except as part of the conversation. Please do include modestly sized covers in "Our Published Novels"!

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Gather for a real-tiime chat on the first Wednesday of each month at 1 EST for topic-based discussions about writing and publishing novels. To join us, just log into She Writes and click on the "Main Room" at the bottom right of your page. It will pop up the "Main Room" box, with the ongoing chat and a place to speak up yourself. If no one is chatting when you arrive, do just say hello.

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What to do when you don't like your book cover

Started by T. D. Hassett. Last reply by T. D. Hassett 34 minutes ago. 2 Replies 0 Likes

I recently had my first novel published and must admit that while there isn't anything artistically wrong with the cover I just don't feel like it properly sells the story. The cover is for an…Continue

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Show Me Your Novel and I'll Show You Mine

Started by Meg Waite Clayton. Last reply by Majanka Verstraete yesterday. 2040 Replies 15 Likes

Do tell us what you're writing about - i.e. your current work in progress. If you have a finished book and a cover to share, please do that on the…Continue

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Our Published Novels!

Started by Meg Waite Clayton. Last reply by Majanka Verstraete yesterday. 519 Replies 22 Likes

I've noticed quite a few names I recognize around here. If you've published a novel or have one coming soon, do tell us about it here. Please feel free to put up a cover, but do please try to keep it…Continue

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Release Day! Reach: a Twin-Bred novel is out in ebook and paperback

Started by Karen A. Wyle. Last reply by Petrea Burchard on Thursday. 2 Replies 0 Likes

Ta-da! It's release day for Reach: a Twin-Bred novel, the sequel to Twin-Bred. Twin-Bred addressed the question: can interspecies diplomacy begin in the womb? Reach, set on the planet Tofarn and…Continue

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THE GREEN LINE has finally launched!!

Started by E.C. Diskin. Last reply by Laura Brennan on Wednesday. 9 Replies 2 Likes

Fellow writers, I just wanted to share a little joy and shout out a thank you to everyone in this group because though I've not been a frequent poster, I've been following discussions for more than a…Continue

Finding an Editor for WIP

Started by Leanne Sparks. Last reply by Yolanda Renee May 12. 22 Replies 0 Likes

So, everything I have read indicates that it is imperative to have your WIP looked over by a professional prior to submitting to agents/publishers. Any good advice on how to find a reputable editor?…Continue

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Comment by Sheri L. Swift on March 19, 2012 at 1:15pm: I'm with you Barbara, I would be interested in "family" friendly YA. G or PG. Mine is http://sherilswift.blogspot.com/

Comment by Judith Marshall on March 19, 2012 at 12:04pm: @ Jessica. Will do.

Comment by Lisa Gomley on March 19, 2012 at 12:00pm: Hi! I just joined She Writes and was thrilled to see this group. However, I thought I fit into the ..."or not" category when it came to struggling. LOL...today I am seriously rethinking that. I finished my first novel last fall and then went through 6-8 drafts. I just entered it into a contest last Thursday so I was thrilled to dig into the next book. The first one came surprisingly easy so I assumed the second would also. Especially since I have had the story running through my head for almost as long as the first. Boy was I wrong!! I did some outlining (difficult for a pantser) but it did not help. I know that once I can get over the initial hurdle, or block, I will feel better. But not having gone through this with the first book...I am ready to pop the cork on the bottle of Pinot and it isn't even 1pm.

Any suggestions on breaking through the initial wall?

Comment by Judith Marshall on March 19, 2012 at 11:46am: @ Petrea No problem, thanks.

@ Jessica I'll send the questions shortly.

Comment by Marilyn Bostick on March 19, 2012 at 11:24am: When I get my new author site up, host everyone here! I promise! You are all so interesting and your successes are worth shouting to the world!

Comment by Marilyn Bostick on March 19, 2012 at 11:21am: Congratulations MaryLynn! Go rock the world with a happy dance!

Comment by Jessica Vealitzek on March 19, 2012 at 11:19am: Judith -- sorry, you can send it to my email: jessvealitzek@yahoo.com. Thanks!

Comment by Petrea Burchard on March 19, 2012 at 10:45am: @Judith, probably too far, yes. Argh! I joined the LA writers group here but haven't put a message out yet. I should probably do so.

I began my blog four years ago before I knew what I was going to do with it. It has become a wonderful platform. I encourage those of you who try blogging to be patient, visit other blogs, comment when you have something to say about what the other blogger posted, and be respectful of your readers. It takes time to build a following but it also takes time to write a book, and by the time I publish I'll have this great following in place. Hopefully they won't leave in droves when I ask them to buy my book!

Comment by Judith Marshall on March 19, 2012 at 10:15am: @ Jessica. Where do you want me to send the interview questions?

@ Petrea My novel is about a group of women who first met in high school in a small town in Northern California. Most of the story is set at Lake Tahoe. Is that too far from your focus geography?

Comment by Judith Marshall on March 19, 2012 at 10:12am: @Karen If you give me your email address, I'll send you my interview questions. BTW, I commented on your cover on your website.