Was that title specific enough? So you've got your masterpiece out to five amazing agents, and one of them offers representation. I meant when you're done with that. (Where did you get the horse head?) You must contact the other agents who have your query or your full manuscript. A major reason some agents have... Continue Reading →
As I'm sure you've noticed by now, Online Pitch Contests are everywhere these days! To help you keep track of the available contest opportunities, we'll post a list each month of the upcoming contests we've heard about. We also have a Writing Contests Pinterest board, which we try to keep updated on all the contests... Continue Reading →
We have been busy here at Sub It Club for the past six months! We have an active Facebook group where members help each other out with questions, tips, and encouragement. We have a Facebook page and a Twitter account where we post helpful submission links from submission calls to interviews to articles, and more.... Continue Reading →
SYNOPSIS Aw, geez. That was no fun at all--no crying, no whimpering--not even a flinch. You guys are all toughened up and stuff. Might as well get to it... 4 STEPS TO A SPARKLING SYNOPSIS Flip through your manuscript and jot down a sentence or two summary for each chapter. Yes, just one or two... Continue Reading →
SYNOPSIS. http://youtu.be/jmrJx32xefM Calm down, honey. I know. Nothing strikes terror into a writer's heart like the word: SYNOPSIS. http://youtu.be/SIaFtAKnqBU Okay, that was kind of cruel. But it was fun to watch you jump like that. If you're submitting anything longer than a picture book, you'll end up needing a synopsis. "But Lisha, not every agent/editor... Continue Reading →
This post is quick, down and dirty. Most agents and editors understand that you are querying multiple outlets at once. In fact, many expect you to--they don't want your hopes and dreams to rest in their hands alone. Yes, there are a few who would like an exclusive, and I can understand why. Bad behavior... Continue Reading →
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