So, did you get swept up in the excitement of #Pitmad? It’s hard not to. It’s a fun event with the potential to give you a slight edge up the other submissions in an agent’s inbox. Yup, that's it: a slight edge. While a request on a pitch is a positive thing (and who doesn't... Continue Reading →
*phew* After a month of special guests and interviews and contests and frivolity, it's time to get back to what we're really here to encourage: Today, let's consider how to help your critique partner write realistic, unforgettable characters. CHARACTER CHECKLIST Point of View--Is it consistent? Whether it's first, second (boy, I'd like to see THAT... Continue Reading →
Our very own Sub It Clubber, and picture book writer, Ali Bovis, recently attended the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators Conference in New York. It was held almost a month ago and Ali got her report right to me, but we had a lot going on here at in the month of February. No matter though,... Continue Reading →
It's been a great month long celebration here at Sub It Club! Today I am extremely pleased to be wrapping up the celebrations by welcoming Molly Jaffa to the Sub It Club blog. Molly is an agent at Folio Literary Management where she represents Middle Grade and Young Adult fiction and is the Co-Director of International Rights. Molly, thank... Continue Reading →
I can scarcely believe that it's time once again for the Contest Roundup! I've looked in all my usual places and then some, but the contest pickings seem a little short here. There are some great contests listed, for sure, but I'm afraid I may have missed something else good out there! So if there is... Continue Reading →
I've very excited to announce the winners of our Kidlit Week giveaways to celebrate 2 years of Sub It Club! But first, I have to thank each and every one of you who participated. I had so much fun reading through all of the kind comments. Some of you made me laugh out loud and... Continue Reading →
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