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Young Adult Fiction: New Trends in Digital Media - podcast
Laurie McLean
The young adult market is on the forefront of the shifts in publishing today. Leading agent Laurie McLean discusses how trends in digital media are visible in the YA market. Click here to play this audio clip
over 9 years ago
Social Media
General
Tips for Selling Your Poetry - podcast
Joe Kerschbaum
Published poet Joe Kerschbaum shares his thoughts on the variety of options for marketing and selling your poetry using tools such as social media, traditional media, open-mic events, and poetry slams. Click here to play this audio clip
over 9 years ago
Marketing Plan
Research
Young Adult Fiction: Breaking Down the Market - podcast
Laurie McLean
Literary agent and publishing veteran Laurie McLean shares her expertise on the Young Adult fiction market, sharing why it's such a hot market and explaining the basics of what kind of books fit in this market. Click here to play this audio clip
over 9 years ago
Marketing Plan
Building a Fan Base
Genres to Watch - podcast
Jean Naggar
Agent's Jean Naggar and Jennifer Weltz offer insights about what genres publishers are often focused on, including literary novels, good mysteries, romance, historical novels, and more. Click here to play this audio clip
over 9 years ago
I have an Idea!
Choosing Your Topic
On Writing Successfully - podcast
Reid Tracy
Reid Tracy, CEO of Hay House Publishing, offers his thoughts on the importance of writing for your audience and effectively promoting yourself to increase that audience over time. Click here to play this audio clip
over 9 years ago
Marketing Plan
Building a Fan Base
Where the Poets Are: Reaching Out for Constructive Criticism - podcast
Joe Kerschbaum
Joe Kerschbaum, published poet and author, says feedback is critical to improving your poetry. He suggests attending workshops, conferences, retreats, readings, and formal MFA programs are a great way to gather such feedback. Click here to play this...
over 9 years ago
Getting Feedback
Writing Groups
Crossing Genres - podcast
Wendy Tokunaga
Author Wendy Tokunaga looks at the importance of taking opportunities as they arise and be willing to cross genres if it helps you to get published and reach your goals as a writer. Click here to play this audio clip
over 9 years ago
I have an Idea!
Brainstorming
The State of Non-Fiction - podcast
Sheryl Stebbins
What is the current state of the non-fiction market in the publishing industry? This interview with Editorial Director Sheryl Stebbins, as she reviews this market and what's selling well today. Click here to play this audio clip
over 9 years ago
Marketing Plan
Finding Your Platform
AI in Book Publishing: How Does it Affect Indie Authors?
Beth Kallman Werner
This recorded webinar session with book marketing advisor Beth Kallman Werner of Author Connections is a 101-level discussion of the impact AI is having on the book publishing industry. Topics include: • The opportunities and savings it offers • Ethical...
1 month ago
Media
Online
Opportunities for Writers of Short Nonfiction and Poetry
Donna Arthur Downs
If you have a portfolio of short work such as short stories, personal essays, or poetry, Professor and author Donna Arthur Downs recommends trying to get this work published. It can sometimes be easier to find publishing opportunities for short work...
over 2 years ago
Preparation
Choosing a Path
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