If you write novel-length nonfiction, here's the good news: you don't have to write the whole book before you query. Instead, you write a proposal. Here's the not-so-good news: crafting a winning proposal can take almost as much time as writing the whole book. But fear not! Sub It Club is here to make the proposal-writing process as pain-free as possible. This... Continue Reading →
Nonfiction query basics … part 1 Picture Books
Barbara Kingsolver once likened writing fiction to planting a garden in the desert. Meanwhile, writing nonfiction is weeding an overgrown hillside into something beautiful. I'm going to let you in on a little secret. ... I'm more weeder than planter. Most of what I write is nonfiction, and I know a few Sub It Clubbers are in... Continue Reading →
A Work-for-Hire Query Letter and Success Story from Jennifer Swanson
Have you ever wondered how to query for work-for-hire projects? Today author Jennifer Swanson shares one of her query letters with us. Jennifer has had a lot of success when it comes to work-for-hire commissions. Check out her amazing list of published books on her website! And work-for-hire can lead to other things as you will find... Continue Reading →