Branding yourself = Building platform

In the last month or so, I’ve heard references to individuals building their “brand” in regard to their career & work experience. As with any other…

Is your idea “blog-worthy” or “book-ready”

I’ll start by saying this post relates to Nonfiction (vs. Fiction). As our publishing industry has evolved and as social media has become a major influence…

Keeping your eye on the “silver lining”

It’s normal to feel like one is sometimes on a figurative soapbox with whatever topic s/he is passionate about. My love will always be books. Doesn’t…

Have you thought outside the box?

We’re all embroiled in a discussion of e-books vs. printed books, a debate which has many sides and approaches. That is not the topic of today’s…

Rome wasn’t built in a day – Some sound advice to use in the publishing “world”

Let’s face it, the publishing process doesn’t necessarily move at the speed we all prefer. From the generally long amount of time it takes to write…

The Touch of Inspiration

I’ve been less “bloggy” lately, due to the overwhelming number of things to do (personal and work) of late. In all, life has been hectic. Yet, one…

Is your book a memoir? Or is it nonfiction?

The Merriam Webster Definition – “Memoir” Main Entry: mem·oir Pronunciation: \ˈmem-ˌwär, -ˌwȯr\ Function: noun Etymology: Middle French memoire, from memoire memory, from Latin memoria Date: 1571…

Prepping REQUESTED Materials (for an Agent)

After the last few weeks, and the newest round of queries, it’s time to re-iterate how to prep requested materials. Speaking as an agent who likes to…