In this era of email submissions it is easier than ever to get your submission out quick… maybe too quick. Because sometimes you think you’re ready. You hit send. Oops! You made a mistake! Panic time!!! Okay, take a deep breath. You can handle this. Stuff happens. Opinions on this may vary but 99 times out... Continue Reading →
The Goalpost for September: Ask yourself a few questions
It’s Labor Day in the U.S. so we should take it easy today (wherever you are, go ahead and take it easy!). But it’s also September which for those of us in the northern hemisphere, means the end of summer and the beginning of another school year. It’s a hectic time and one filled with... Continue Reading →
September Contest Roundup
Summer in North America is coming to a close. Does that mean more contests? I'm not sure. What I do know is that I found some great ones to add to the Roundup this month!As always, read contest rules carefully before entering, and if you'd like to talk contests or get help with a pitch,... Continue Reading →
Get Thee to Write On Con!
Here at Sub It Club we believe that being a writer does not have to cost you a bunch of money. Sure there are lots of things you can pay for when it comes to writing but there are also tons of excellent free resources. Case in point Write On Con. If you haven't heard... Continue Reading →
The August Postcard Post: Stephen Macquignon
Stephen Macquignon is an illustrator of picture books. He has illustrated ten books in the past six years including WHY AM I ME?, FERDINAND FROG’S FLIGHT, and THE MARSHMALLOW MAN. Stephen’s latest project is an eBook written by Chrissi Hart and published by Xist Publishing called TEA WITH THE QUEEN. It will be available for... Continue Reading →
But Are You a Match? Six Things to Consider Before Accepting Representation: Prt 4/6–EDITORIAL OR NOT EDITORIAL, THAT IS THE QUESTION
Part the fourth in a six-part series, here are one, two and three. Another one of the million things to consider when mulling over an offer of representation, is whether he/she is an editorial agent. Pretty easy to tell the difference. An uneditorial agent will say he/she leaves the editing up to the editor. An... Continue Reading →