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Idea Mining
Where do writers find them? Is there a secret place? The truths as writers know can be pretty darned messed up. We don’t have to like our truth but we shouldn’t look away from their value. Your reader will appreciate your honesty.
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Breaking Your Publishing Contract
Many authors embark on this mission to break their contract in an effort to take more control and see more success through self-publishing or through new opportunities. Wednesday’s Topic is Breaking your Contract. The Writer’s Chatroom 8PM ET
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Let's Talk Contracts
Contracts Part 1 Contracts are as big a mystery as Marketing. So, let’s talk about it.
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Shameless Self-Promotion
From the moment you set pen to paper or opened your favorite word processor you stepped into the world of shameless self-promotion. Part of Shameless Self Promotion is your Bio, Blurb and Excerpt. Three things you will need no matter how you intend to get your book in front of new eyes.
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Your Cover Letter
Your Cover Letter If your targeted publisher accepts complete manuscripts without the formality of a Query Letter, then you will want to adapt your Cover Letter to include information about you, as an author. Mention previous publications and expertise. (Include these things only if this is your Cover Letter in this case is your First…