It's the last Contest Roundup of 2016! If there's one thing that the Contest Roundup does for me, it's give me a sense of how quickly time passes. It seems like I get one Roundup done and BOOM! it's time for the next one. I think that's a lesson we can all use when waiting... Continue Reading →
Sub It Club member Nilah Magruder's debut picture book HOW TO FIND A FOX has just released! Nilah is sharing her process and journey to publication with us. She told us about The Story, The Dummy, and The Query in our last post. If you didn't read it yet then go catch up on her inspiring... Continue Reading →
This week we're celebrating author-illustrator and Sub It Club member Nilah Magruder. Her debut picture book HOW TO FIND A FOX hits shelves today! *cue wild applause* Nilah is sharing her journey to publication right here on the blog. It's a long one (as most publishing journeys are.) Today we have part one: The Story,... Continue Reading →
Oh my gosh I can't believe it's November all of a sudden and another NaNoWriMo is upon us! Maybe you aren't participating or maybe you'll want to take a break from your writing frenzy to enter some contests. Either way, cruise through this list and you'll find some great opportunities. There are contests with agent... Continue Reading →
If there is a Twitter pitch season this seems to be it! There are lots of opportunities coming up in the next few months, especially Twitter pitch days. (If you aren't up on how to take part in Twitter pitch contests check out How to #Pitmad.) There are even some opportunities for illustrators. Hurrah! With... Continue Reading →
Professionalism. You want to be taken seriously when you submit your work (even if it's humorous!) You are a professional asking another professional to consider working with you. One simple piece of the professionalism puzzle is your email address. What sounds more professional: puppypants@woof.com or HeatherBurnell@gmail.com? While I do get a good chuckle out of... Continue Reading →
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