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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Our Monthly Virtual Water Cooler

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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April 3 at 1 EST: Submission and Marketing Tips

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Show Me Your Novel and I'll Show You Mine

Started by Meg Waite Clayton. Last reply by Kate Powell 1 hour ago. 2028 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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THE GREEN LINE has finally launched!!

Started by E.C. Diskin. Last reply by Mark Hughes yesterday. 8 Replies 1 Like

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

Our Published Novels!

Started by Meg Waite Clayton. Last reply by Jaye Viner on Friday. 516 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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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

My First Book

Started by Ashley LaMar. Last reply by Ashley LaMar May 9. 18 Replies 1 Like

Hello Everyone,My name is Ashley and I am considering writing my first novel. I run a book review website (Closed the Cover) and I have…Continue

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Any writers want to participate in The Next Big Thing Blog hop and write about their novels or WIP?

Started by T. D. Hassett. Last reply by T. D. Hassett May 7. 18 Replies 0 Likes

The rules are very simple:Here are the rules:• You post on your own blog or as a guest blogger on someone else's, and then invite others to participate.• Respond to the ten questions below about…Continue

Tags: TD, Hassett, writing, authors, hop

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Comment by Niki Tulk on May 9, 2013 at 11:40am: Thanks so much Jessica! I do feel there is a deep seismic shift going on in the writing of women and others "othered" by mainstream cultural media ...and I am proud to be sharing that journey with some many incredible artists, thinkers and activists.

Comment by Jessica Vealitzek on May 9, 2013 at 11:31am: Niki - love your point of view, esp: "I feel as if I am a part of a shift in our world, that is about reclaiming what is ours—our stories, dreams, and the ways we choose to share these with each other." Couldn't agree more!

Comment by Niki Tulk on May 9, 2013 at 11:14am: Thank you so much, you beautiful writing women,for the supportive comments! You all understand the journey, which never seems to stop being HUGE, in every way. Big special thanks to fellow-writers Deborah, Olga, Yolanda, Lynne and Helen. Your comments have lifted my soul today. Peace.

Comment by Deborah J. Brasket on May 9, 2013 at 10:55am: Wow, Nikki--loved the interview, and your advice on writing: "I think that as women we are conditioned extremely thoroughly to adjust to what we perceive others want/expect from us, and our writing is a tender sacred thing that needs to “sound its barbaric yawp” without fear nor favor. So care for your “voice” and let it grow strong before subjecting it to the scrutiny of others."

Also love the fact that you have created your own independent publishing agency as a way to advocate for the rights of artists and the "return storytelling to the community." I am so impressed. Not least of all is the subject of your book, which sounds fascinating. I for sure will be getting it.

Comment by Olga Godim on May 9, 2013 at 10:27am: Niki, great interview! I just added your book to my to-read list on GoodReads.

Comment by Deborah J. Brasket on May 9, 2013 at 7:46am: I blogged this week about my WIP, which includes an excerpt that was adapted to be a short story and recently published in an online journal. I'd love to get some feedback on the short story and the premise for the novel. You can read my blog post with links to the story here: http://deborahbrasket.wordpress.com/2013/05/05/when-things-go-missing/ or at this direct link from Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/extreader/read/309691/1/uncharted-fronti... Mine is the first story "When Things Go Missing"

Comment by Yolanda Renee on May 9, 2013 at 7:34am: Cassandra, congratulations! Own that title -- writer, author -- you've earned it!

Comment by Yolanda Renee on May 9, 2013 at 7:27am: Niki, Congratulations, I would love to hear more about the small press. Good luck with what sounds like a very intriguing book! On my TBR list.

Comment by Lynne Favreau on May 9, 2013 at 7:16am: Nikki-that's a great interview, thanks for sharing it.

Comment by Helen W. Mallon on May 9, 2013 at 6:59am: Nikki, Absolutely roll in the glory. Lord knows, writers spend enough time doubting ourselves!