We've had one chat so far and it was informative and fun! But our chatroom didn't work like we'd hoped. So... we took a break and found a new place to chat. Now we're hoping to get on schedule and chat every 1st Tuesday of the month. Hooray! Our topic this month is... RESEARCH! What... Continue Reading →
Tell the Story-a Query That Worked
Anola Pickett writes historical fiction for middle grade. Her first novel, based on a true account, is Wasatch Summer. It is the story of a Mormon girl who must take care of the family's sheep by herself in the mountains, and the troubles that ensue. Here is the original query letter, minus personalization. Dear Xxx,... Continue Reading →
Should You Query Small Presses?
We all start out wanting the million-dollar advance with a Big Six Publisher. But. Is that really the best way to go? Consider the small press when you're researching your query-targets: SMALLER SLUSH PILES-Everyone and his half-sister is sending the story that his nieces and nephews just LOVE to hear acted out with shadow puppets... Continue Reading →
The Monthly Postcard Post: Nina Victor Crittenden
Today is the first installment of a new feature for Sub It Club that I’m very excited about. Each month we’ll spotlight an illustrator and her/his postcards. Get ready to sample some great artwork and to get the scoop on its creation. This month, Sub It Club is thrilled to welcome illustrator, Nina Victor Crittenden.... Continue Reading →
Subbing Comfort
There are lots of submission strategies and theories. Sending out one’s work for consideration definitely doesn't come with a one-style fits all plan. You may choose to send out one manuscript to one publisher at a time while someone else sends theirs out to a dozen at once. Maybe you’ve decided that having an agent... Continue Reading →
Closure Smosure
Think you need to hear back when you send out a submission? That you need closure? Frankly, you’re not always going to get what you want when you send out submissions. You’re not even usually going to get what you want (which of course is an offer of publication). And you need to learn to... Continue Reading →
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