Many new writers believe that self-editing or having a friend review their manuscript is enough to get it ready for submission to agents and publishers. While some writers get lucky with this approach and are able to land a publishing contract, most...

Many new writers believe that self-editing or having a friend review their manuscript is enough to get it ready for submission to agents and publishers. While some writers get lucky with this approach and are able to land a publishing contract, most...

Wondering how to best use press releases? Laura Rossi Totten, founder of Laura Rossi Public Relations, advises that authors think more broadly about publicity and instead focus on press kits, which outline the "who, what, why, where" of you and your...

Wondering how to best use press releases? Laura Rossi Totten, founder of Laura Rossi Public Relations, advises that authors think more broadly about publicity and instead focus on press kits, which outline the "who, what, why, where" of you and your...

You may think that you don't need an editor because the publisher will take care of it. But that's a big mistake. Even if you're just submitting to a publisher or agent, you're still competing against thousands of other books. Having a polished, well...

You may think that you don't need an editor because the publisher will take care of it. But that's a big mistake. Even if you're just submitting to a publisher or agent, you're still competing against thousands of other books. Having a polished, well...

Publishing expert Alan Rinzler discusses the acquisition editor and agent relationship, including why editors want to work with agents, the role of the agent in shopping a book to the right audience, and the importance of an agent for authors. Generally...

When you are writing a book that includes sensitive material, you may wonder: Do I need a literary agent or attorney (or both)? Dana Newman, intellectual property attorney, helps you decide if you need an attorney or agent based on the typical roles...

When you are writing a book that includes sensitive material, you may wonder: Do I need a literary agent or attorney (or both)? Dana Newman, intellectual property attorney, helps you decide if you need an attorney or agent based on the typical roles...

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...