August 2017 Contest Roundup

I spend quite a bit of time reading through contests before I add them to the Roundup. Why? Because not all contests are created equal! I want to make sure the contests listed offer a benefit to you as a writer or illustrator. Yes, I am picky. I don't usually post contests with entry fees... Continue Reading →

The Postcard Post: Iris Biran

Sub It Club welcomes Iris Biran to The Postcard Post. I've known Iris (and her unique illustrations) through social media and a webinar I hosted for SCBWI France but finally had the pleasure of meeting her in New York at this past SCBWI winter conference. Now it's your turn. Enjoy! Iris Biran is an Israeli... Continue Reading →

Is My Manuscript OwnVoices?

 This post was written by Maria Frazer. #OwnVoices is a hashtag created by Corinne Duyvis, that was originally formed as a way to recommend books "about diverse characters written by authors from that same diverse group." The hashtag has expanded from being used for book recommendations to being used more broadly. You can check out... Continue Reading →

Nonfiction Proposals – Market Overview

News flash: Your book is a product, like a car, computer, or denture cream. And like denture cream (and cars and computers), not everyone in the world wants or needs your book. The group most likely to buy your book is known as your market (or audience). Think about it...who buys denture cream? People with... Continue Reading →

July 2017 Contest Roundup

It's summer, at least in my neck of the woods. Summer is always so busy it seems. My kids are all home (and two of them have full-time summer jobs!) The Summer Reading Program is in full swing at the library where I work and there are tons of programs happening which I get to participate... Continue Reading →

The Postcard Post: Lorian Tu-Dean

Sub It Club is pleased to present Lorian Tu-Dean and her postcards this month. You'll find solid advice and adorable images below. And, between you and me, Lorian now holds the record for the fastest response time in Postcard Post history. Her speed blew me away and now her work will charm you! Enjoy. Lorian... Continue Reading →

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