"You commented that research was so much easier than writing and that has been my experience, too. It's easy to get lost for days on the Internet. Having that access is a blessing and a curse. Thanks, also, for sharing your discipline -- half…"
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"I've been blogging for several years, but your list is full of good reminders about how to connect with readers. In the daily rush, it's easy to lose focus and your tips help this little dawggie move along. Thanks, Megan."
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Kate Campbell commented on the blog post 'WHY YOU GOT THAT REJECTION LETTER'
"I'm not complaining about social media, far from it. I agree that it is a cost-effective way to extend reach and build audience. My point is to be judicious about its use and realistic about its effect. It's an important tool for building…"
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- Who I am:
- I'm a writer, editor and photographer with more than 30 years of experience. My work includes journalism and corporate editorial writing. I grew up in San Francisco and now live in Sacramento California at the confluence of the American and Sacramento rivers. I have two grown sons and love to garden, be outdoors and practice yoga.
- Connect with me online! My site, blog, or Twitter handle are:
- Visit my Word Garden at kate-campbell.blogspot.com, which is at the crossroads of art and the environment. Dig around in the weeds and find posts about writing, photography, gardening, the environment and outdoors and randome thoughts about family and life.
- Books I've written, anthologies I've contributed to, and any scripts or plays I've authored:
- My debut novel, ADRIFT IN THE SOUND, launched June 15 and now I'm busy trying to sell it in a chaotic marketplace. ADRIFT IN THE SOUND, was the top finalist for the 2011 Mercer Street Books Literary Prize. In addition, I've co-authored BETWEEN THE SHEETS: An intimate Exchange on Writing, Editing, and Publishing. Both may be ordered from independent and online booksellers. I'm currently working on my second novel. My poetry has appeared on various online zines, Including the Centrifugal Eye and anthologized in GEMS OF WISDOM from Age Song Press and Poetry Now from the Sacramento Poetry Center. My short stories have appeared in the AMERICAN RIVER REVIEW.
- Media outlets that I currently write for:
- I'm an environmental and political writer and my work is widely published throughout California and the West. The list is very long. For a peek at my feature work, check out California Bountiful magazine at www.californiabountiful.com
- My writing is:
- Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, Memoir, Plays, Journalism, Blog Posts, Screenwriting, Lit Crit, Theory
- Outlets where I review books, TV, or film:
- The Word Garden @ www.kate-campbell.blogspot.com
- Services I offer to other writers:
- Editing, coaching and manuscript consultation.
- I'm part of these writers' groups or salons:
- Squaw Valley Community of Writers, Sacramento Writers Forum, Institute for Journalism and Natural Resources, Sacramento Poetry Center
- My professional associations:
- See writer's groups
- I found out about She Writes from:
- A friend and editor
Kate Campbell's Blog
First Review for Between the Sheets -- It's good -- 4 Stars
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What They're Saying About Adrift in the Sound
Posted on July 20, 2012 at 6:05pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Crying Out Loud: Preparing for a Public Reading
Posted on July 17, 2012 at 5:40am 1 Comment 0 Likes
With a new book out, I face the prospect of reading from my work, searching for venues where I can add voice to my novel. The idea is to find and engage audiences, entice them to buy the book.
If the reading is well done, well . . . maybe would-be…
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- At 1:14pm on July 20, 2012,
Meg Waite Clayton said… Kate, Just waving hello! If you’re looking for places to connect here, we’d love to have you join us in the Novelists (Struggling or Not) group.
Hope you enjoy it here, and best of luck with your writing.
Meg Waite Clayton
Moderator, Novelist Group
Bestselling author of four novels, including The Wednesday Sisters (a writing group novel), and the forthcoming The Wednesday Daughters (all Random House/Ballantine)
- At 3:41pm on July 10, 2012,
Jill Starishevsky said…
Welcome to SheWrites. Feel free to reach out if you need anything.
Jill Starishevsky
Prosecutor, Child Abuse/Sex Crimes
Author, My Body Belongs to Me - A Child Sexual Abuse Prevention book
Executive Director, The Innocence Revolution
- At 1:56pm on July 10, 2012,
Jennifer Lauck said… Hi and let me be one of the first to welcome you to Shewrites. This is a terrific site, tons of resources and innovative info. As my own bonus, you have access to my teaching site and free teachings on memoir. Just click here and sign up. No spam, I promise. Just great teaching tips. Enjoy! XO Jennifer
- At 9:25pm on July 9, 2012,
Caitlyn Levin said… Hello,
Welcome to She Writes! We're excited to have you here.
You can check out the Getting Started section to help you find your way around, or a great way to jump in is to get involved with our Groups and Live Chats.
Feel free to let me know if you have any questions!All the best,
Caitlyn Levin
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