Scammers are everywhere, including in the literary fields where they prey on the hopes and dreams of writers. Here are key warning signs to help you recognize and avoid literary representation scams.

1. Lack of […]

It’s never too early to market your book or build your author platform, even if your book isn’t written. But what is an author platform?

When I first learned about author platform, I thought it was a tagline, […]

Sending a written query is nerve-racking enough. But imagine being face to face with an agent with only a few minutes to wow them with your book concept. While an elevator pitch won’t alleviate all your nerves, i […]

Getting an agent is exciting. You now have a critique partner, editor, and advocate to help you build your author career. While you can become “friends” with your agent, the relationship between an author and age […]

Your first chance to make a great impression on an agent is through your query letter. Whether you’re submitting a novel or non-fiction book, the query letter is more than a note telling the agent what you’re o […]

Becoming a writer isn’t for the faint at heart or thin-skinned. Rejection is a given on the path to becoming an author.

What many would-be authors don’t know is that rejection happens for many reasons, sev […]

You’ve finished your book. Congratulations! You’ve already achieved more than most others who say they have a book in them.

Now you might be wondering, “What next?” It’s no secret that you have many options […]