For a new author, getting a multi-book deal is more than a dream come true. Author Beth Albright shares with us how she landed a three-book deal with Harlequin Mira. Her inspirational story shows us what is possible for new authors and also reminds...

How do you engage a reader, whether an agent, editor, or average customer in a bookstore? Literary manager, Eddie Gamarra, talks about how to capture a reader’s attention right away, including how to start a scene and draw the reader into the story...

Author and screenwriter Michael Druxman was in his late 60s when he was considering the traditional publishing route for his book. But he didn't want to wait: typically it can take months to find an agent--even longer for them to shop a book and land...

Serial rights for books are a special kind of subsidiary right with a unique audience. Agent and rights expert Judy Klein explains selling serial rights and trends in serial rights. Magazines and newspapers often buy serial rights to a book and publish...

Earning royalties or a hefty advance from your book is only one of the ways that nonfiction authors can make money. In fact, nonfiction authors have the opportunity to earn much more through alternative revenue sources. The book, however, is the key...

Serial rights for books are a special kind of subsidiary right with a unique audience. Agent and rights expert Judy Klein explains selling serial rights and trends in serial rights. Magazines and newspapers often buy serial rights to a book and publish...

Author and screenwriter Michael Druxman was in his late 60s when he was considering the traditional publishing route for his book. But he didn't want to wait: typically it can take months to find an agent--even longer for them to shop a book and land...

There are many publication routes for Christian authors and their writing, explains author, editor, and owner of The Christian Communicator, Susan Titus Osborn. With more than 100 magazine markets and countless possibilities on the internet, authors...

Following a recommendation from his agent, author William Heath used all of his research from his novel, Blacksnake's Path: The True Adventures of William Wells, to write the straight, full history in a second novel. Using education, training, and...

The Atlanta Writers Club has been around for over 100 years. While the club is 700 members strong, Community Outreach Vice President Georgia Lee says their main focus is to continue to create awareness. There are too many writers not taking advantage...