Agent Jamie Brenner, who is also an author, describes how she conducted research for her own novel. For her book, she did quite a bit of research on burlesque. While there were many historical books available on the subject, she found herself reveling...

Literary agent Eric Lincoln Miller of 3ibooks believes that the best marketing plan for authors involves doing three types of promotion simultaneously - 1) Print, 2) Events, and 3) Online. Print promotion includes postcards, bookmarks, business cards...

Agent Jamie Brenner, who is also an author, describes how she conducted research for her own novel. For her book, she did quite a bit of research on burlesque. While there were many historical books available on the subject, she found herself reveling...

Are you considering adapting your book for film or television? Morris Ruskin, CEO of Shoreline Entertainment, discusses how Hollywood producers find the best cast for a movie and offers tips for casting a film for new directors. He says that when you...

Hosting an online blog is a huge trend, and while it's only a hobby for some, there are others who have made a professional career out of blogging. To host a successful blog, author and blogger, Jennifer Brody, suggests starting with a topic that you...

As a writer, you have to learn to be patient, explains author, goal coach, and project catalyst Debra Eckerling. Continue working toward what you want, pursue your passions, and meet new people – you never know where new opportunities may arise. Eckerling...

Many writers dream of seeing their book made into a movie or television show, but few understand the process and challenges that come with this goal. Books, movies, and television series are consumed in different ways and what works well for one medium...

Per author Neil V. Young, there is a common trap that many writers fall into. They spend years working on a writing project but never have it properly critiqued or reviewed by their peers or editing professionals. Their piece is riddled with mistakes...

It's common for all types of writers to hear "No" many times throughout their career, whether it's from agents, publishers, or Hollywood executives. Because the reasons for these "Nos" are often out of your control, don't try to control it. Per former...

Hosting an online blog is a huge trend, and while it's only a hobby for some, there are others who have made a professional career out of blogging. To host a successful blog, author and blogger, Jennifer Brody, suggests starting with a topic that you...