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Story Pitching 101: How to Write a Compelling Pitch

Feb 1, 2019 | Craft, Publishing, The Business of Writing, Writing

Ah, pitching. It’s one of the many skills that a writer needs to learn if they plan to get published. First, let’s take a step back and talk about what a pitch actually is. A pitch is an email you write to an editor explaining a story idea that you feel is perfect for...

Do you want to learn how to get paid to write?

Nov 26, 2018 | Publishing, Strategy, The Business of Writing

I love this quote. It’s a reminder of why it’s important to put ourselves first and receive money for our writing. We deserve to be paid to write. “But that’s selfish,” you’ll hear many people say. Or “writing is art.” As if you’re not supposed to...

What’s the difference between a pitch, submission and query?

Jul 25, 2018 | Publishing

Pitch, submission and query. Do these terms leave you scratching your head? You’re not alone. And if you feel silly speaking out in a workshop or Facebook group to let everyone know that you don’t know what these basic terms mean, you’re also not...

A Step-by-Step Guide to Self Publishing by Chris Rachael Oseland

Jun 10, 2015 | Publishing

Welcome to part two of the incredibly informative interview with Chris Rachael Oseland. You may remember her from her post last month all about how-to build your writer’s platform. Start way in advance of publishing your book. Those are the people who will...

Interview with Chris Rachael Oseland: Find your own Party Geeks Who Craft

May 11, 2015 | Publishing

I had the good fortune to meet Chris Rachael Oseland through an online women’s writing group. Her Hobbit cookbook had just come out, and she was looking for reviewers. I gladly raised my hand in tribute. Chris has just launched a Kickstarter to self publish her...

The Emotional Rules of Social Media Engagement

Oct 24, 2013 | Publishing

“Emotional?” you’re thinking to yourself. What the hell does emotion have to do with social media? Everything! I recently shared a HARO query from a reporter looking for sources with a client of mine. (If you don’t know HARO yet, you should...