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  • I think you need to self-edit first, just to have something a bit more "presentable" to show people. Beta readers (if you're lucky enough to have them and they're able...
  • Your story certainly sounds sweeping and epic. I do think your query should be more precise so that in a matter of about a minute (which is how long I think most agent...
  • I know it's not much consolation, but sales numbers are dreadful everywhere at the moment. The economy isn't helping books any more than it's helping anything else. On...

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  • When not on sabbatical, I work for a human rights organization and edit news releases...Indigenous communities.  I sometimes go into what I call "cold-hearted editor mode" where I'm only thinking abou...
  • Sarah, You elucidate some critical issues here...I know I felt pretty timid when I started blogging, but it was sort of a desparate act (starting a blog) to establish...
  • s Michelle commented on her article girl with anvil
    Happy birthday, Joyce!  If the poetry you posted on your blog is an indication of your struggle, girlfriend I can't wait to read when you are again flowing, because of late, your writing has been nothing short of stunning!