http://www.writersdigest.com Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:56:27 +0000 en hourly 1 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-webinar-on-feb-23-2012-e-publishing-for-writers-how-to-get-published-and-thrive http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-webinar-on-feb-23-2012-e-publishing-for-writers-how-to-get-published-and-thrive#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:01:24 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=69951 "E-Publishing for Writers," will give you everything you need to know to break into this exciting moneymaking e-marketplace, and get e-published well. This session will evaluate if you should self-publish or if you should approach an established e-publisher, delving into the reasoning of one versus another. No matter what the recommendation for your work, you will learn what to expect and watch out for in terms of contracts and royalties, how to brand yourself as an author and use social media to drive sales, as well as how to monetize your e-book. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-webinar-on-feb-23-2012-e-publishing-for-writers-how-to-get-published-and-thrive/feed 0 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-kat-salazar-of-larsen-pomada-literary-agents http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-kat-salazar-of-larsen-pomada-literary-agents#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2012 06:57:11 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=69471 About Kat: Kat Salazar joined Larsen-Pomada Literary Agents in February 2011 as an intern for the agency working directly for agency co-founder Elizabeth Pomada. Previously she worked for University of Washington Press as a Marketing Assistant and held internships at University of California Press, HarperOne of Harper Collins, and Wales Literary Agency. She is seeking: Kat is actively looking for young adult, middle grade, and children's picture books. For adult audiences, she is interested in literary fiction and urban fantasy. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-kat-salazar-of-larsen-pomada-literary-agents/feed 0 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/my-adventures-in-san-francisco-2012 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/my-adventures-in-san-francisco-2012#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2012 05:56:19 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=69521 2012 San Francisco Writers Conference over Presidents' Day Weekend, and the event was fantastic. The SFWC, which is co-sponsored by WD, is famous for its number of agents, editors and authors who attend. The San Fran area is rich with writing talent, and the SFWC brings in a lot of area speakers. If you live anywhere in the area, I seriously recommend checking out the event for 2013. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/my-adventures-in-san-francisco-2012/feed 0 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/agent-advice-j-l-stermer-of-n-s-bienstock http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/agent-advice-j-l-stermer-of-n-s-bienstock#comments Wed, 15 Feb 2012 05:21:31 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=67371 “Agent Advice” is a series of quick interviews with literary and script agents who talk with Guide to Literary Agents about their thoughts on writing, publishing, and just about anything else. This installment features J.L. Stermer of N.S. Bienstock, a full-service talent agency with a division dedicated to developing literary projects, where she handles both nonfiction and fiction authors. She previously served as literary agent and contracts director with the Donald Maass Literary Agency. Born and raised in New York City, and a graduate of Columbia University, she currently resides in Manhattan solidifying that she is forever a city girl through and through. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/agent-advice-j-l-stermer-of-n-s-bienstock/feed 0 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/debut-author-interview-chris-pavone-author-of-the-expats http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/debut-author-interview-chris-pavone-author-of-the-expats#comments Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:43:45 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=66301 interview with author Chris Pavone, author of the buzzed about novel, The Expats (March 6, 2012, Crown). GIVEAWAY: Chris is excited to give away a free copy of his novel to a random commenter. Comment within one week; winners must live in Canada/US to receive the book by mail. You can win a blog contest even if you’ve won before. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/debut-author-interview-chris-pavone-author-of-the-expats/feed 12 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-dawn-michelle-hardy-of-serendipity-literary http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-dawn-michelle-hardy-of-serendipity-literary#comments Sun, 12 Feb 2012 19:06:42 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=66361 About Dawn: Dawn Michelle Hardy of Serendipity Literary received her Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing: International Trade and her Associate of Applied Science degree in Fashion Buying and Merchandising from The Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. For several years Dawn oversaw the day-to-day production and sales operations for independent publisher turned New York Times bestselling author Teri Woods (True to the Game, Dutch trilogy, Alibi). She is seeking: nonfiction self-help, motivational and empowerment, women's fiction, relationship, pop culture, leadership and non-denominational spiritual titles. Feel free to contact her in reference to any nonfiction subject. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-dawn-michelle-hardy-of-serendipity-literary/feed 1 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/6-tips-on-writing-plays-for-kids http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/6-tips-on-writing-plays-for-kids#comments Sun, 12 Feb 2012 05:16:49 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=66441 1) Be realistic.Your script probably won't be performed on Broadway or turned into a blockbuster movie. Avoid special effects, amazing stunts, or anything else that can't be accomplished by ordinary kids. Keep costumes, sets, and props to a minimum. Writing in the readers theatre format is one of the best ways to create a play that's simple to stage but exciting in content. For information about readers theatre along with a sample play click here. GIVEAWAY: Diana has written several books of kids' plays, and is happy to give a book to a random commenter. Just comment on this post within 2 weeks and a winner will be chosen at random. Winners must live within the US/Canada to win. The winner can choose whichever of Diana's books they like. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/6-tips-on-writing-plays-for-kids/feed 0 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/6-tips-to-resuscitate-a-dying-author-blog http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/6-tips-to-resuscitate-a-dying-author-blog#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 03:34:50 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=63681 Here are 6 quick tips for boosting buzz when your audience seems like its fizzling. GIVEAWAY: Lisa is excited to give away a free copy of her book to a random commenter. Comment within one week; winners must live in US to receive the book by mail. You can win a blog contest even if you’ve won before. (Update: Sandra Beckwith won.) Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/6-tips-to-resuscitate-a-dying-author-blog/feed 22 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/amazing-giveaway-a-free-pass-to-the-2012-san-francisco-writers-conference-feb-16-19-2012-worth-745 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/amazing-giveaway-a-free-pass-to-the-2012-san-francisco-writers-conference-feb-16-19-2012-worth-745#comments Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:01:39 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=64771 Writer's Digest has 1 free pass to giveaway to a random commenter for a full registration pass at the 2012 San Francisco Writers Conference (Feb. 16-19, 2012). (Wow!!) Make sure you read this entire post to see all the details of the giveaway, as there are some things you need to do to formally enter. To enter, you will need to comment on this post, and spread the news a bit via social media. (Update: Joan Swan won the pass. Congrats to Joan! Joan will be guest blogging about her travels here on my GLA Blog following the event.) Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/amazing-giveaway-a-free-pass-to-the-2012-san-francisco-writers-conference-feb-16-19-2012-worth-745/feed 203 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-carlie-webber-of-the-jane-rotrosen-agency http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-carlie-webber-of-the-jane-rotrosen-agency#comments Sun, 05 Feb 2012 04:10:47 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=63811 About Carlie: Carlie Webber refused to major in English in college because no one would let her read Stephen King or R.L. Stine for class. She took her love of young adult and genre fiction to the University of Pittsburgh, where she obtained a Master of Library and Information Science, and worked as a YA librarian and reviewer for publications including Kirkus Reviews. She is seeking: young adult (any and all genres), horror, mystery, thriller, suspense, contemporary romance, humor, literary fiction, women's fiction. "More specific examples from my submissions wishlist: anything set in the grunge era; GLBTQ for YA; high-concept YA; genre mashups, like paranormal romantic suspense. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-carlie-webber-of-the-jane-rotrosen-agency/feed 1 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/event-spotlight-the-homeric-writers-retreat-and-workshop-on-the-isle-of-ithaca-aug-2-8-2012-in-greece http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/event-spotlight-the-homeric-writers-retreat-and-workshop-on-the-isle-of-ithaca-aug-2-8-2012-in-greece#comments Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:09:05 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=63541 Homeric Writers' Retreat and Workshop from Aug. 2-8, 2012. It's held on the beautiful Greek isle of Ithaca -- a perfect place to soak in the sunshine and let the creative juices flow. And in addition to the amazing scenery to help you write, there are a few daily sessions as well as several personalized critiques (manuscript pages, query, synopsis, proposal) for all attendees, taught and given by publishing pros. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/event-spotlight-the-homeric-writers-retreat-and-workshop-on-the-isle-of-ithaca-aug-2-8-2012-in-greece/feed 0 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/point-of-view-shifts-in-writing-proceed-with-caution http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/point-of-view-shifts-in-writing-proceed-with-caution#comments Fri, 03 Feb 2012 01:10:40 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=63641 incorporating multiple points-of-view can be a bit like juggling plates. Each character is tossed into the air for a brief time, highlighted, then another one takes its place. When handled well, this technique can be extremely effective, fluid. When handled poorly, it can end in disaster (plates crashing to the ground). Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/point-of-view-shifts-in-writing-proceed-with-caution/feed 1 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-erin-harris-of-skolnick-literary http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-erin-harris-of-skolnick-literary#comments Sun, 29 Jan 2012 08:41:40 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=61171 About Erin: Erin Harris is an agent at the Irene Skolnick Literary Agency. A graduate of the MFA program in creative writing at The New School, Erin received her B.A. in English from Trinity College (Hartford, CT), where she was Presidential Fellow of the English Department and inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. She is seeking: literary novels with compelling plots and international settings; literary thrillers and mysteries (She'd love to find the next Tana French!); noirs (especially starring headstrong female protagonists); and YA and middle grade novels that transport her to magical places. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-erin-harris-of-skolnick-literary/feed 1 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/conference-spotlight-2012-san-francisco-writers-conference-feb-18-2012 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/conference-spotlight-2012-san-francisco-writers-conference-feb-18-2012#comments Sun, 29 Jan 2012 05:46:09 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=61151 2012 San Francisco Writers Conference, happening Feb. 16-19, 2012 (President's Day weekend). This event typically sells out every year and attracts more than 20 agents, to say nothing of the large amount of authors and editors who are also part of the program. Keep reading to learn more. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/conference-spotlight-2012-san-francisco-writers-conference-feb-18-2012/feed 1 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/how-i-got-my-agent-robin-mellom http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/how-i-got-my-agent-robin-mellom#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:14:06 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=60841 “How I Got My Agent” is a recurring feature on the GLA Blog. Some tales are of long roads and many setbacks, while others are of good luck and quick signings. If you have a literary agent and would be interested in writing a short guest column for this GLA blog, e-mail me at literaryagent@fwmedia.com and we’ll talk specifics. Robin Mellom is the author of DITCHED: A LOVE STORY, a young adult novel released in Jan. 2012 by Disney/Hyperion. GIVEAWAY: Robin is excited to give away a free copy of her book to a random commenter. Comment within one week; winners must live in Canada/US to receive the book by mail. You can win a blog contest even if you’ve won before. (Update: Grammarian won.) Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/how-i-got-my-agent-robin-mellom/feed 22 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/agent-advice-nicole-resciniti-of-the-seymour-agency http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/agent-advice-nicole-resciniti-of-the-seymour-agency#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 01:34:03 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=59981 Nicole Resciniti of the Seymour Agency. Nicole is a member of AAR, ACFW, RWA, and Mensa. She holds degrees in biology, psychology, and behavioral neuroscience. She also Tweets. She is seeking: romance, mainstream suspense, thrillers, mysteries, young adult, inspirational, science fiction/fantasy, and action/adventure. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/agent-advice-nicole-resciniti-of-the-seymour-agency/feed 4 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/the-2012-writers-digest-conference-a-recap http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/the-2012-writers-digest-conference-a-recap#comments Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:58:47 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=59931 writers conference in New York, and, as expected, it was extremely busy yet extremely great. It was our second year hosting it in Manhattan, and, besides a snowstorm that hit on Saturday, everything went very smoothly -- including the gigantic Agent Pitch Slam, which is my big focus in terms of planning. (If you couldn't make the conference this year, stayed tuned to the conference website. I expect we will be back in mid to late January 2013 for more awesomeness.) Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/the-2012-writers-digest-conference-a-recap/feed 1 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/conference-spotlight-the-business-of-pet-writing-conference-feb-11-2012-in-new-york http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/conference-spotlight-the-business-of-pet-writing-conference-feb-11-2012-in-new-york#comments Sat, 21 Jan 2012 16:24:13 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=60201 The Business of Pet Writing Conference in the Hotel Pennsylvania's Penn Top Ballroom, and rub elbows with the premiere people in the publishing, social media, pet and related industries. This year, the pet writing conference offers seminars and workshops that help pet writers learn: to report breaking pet news; to create compelling video; to work as a pet travel writer; to pitch pet websites; to create eBooks; as well as to use Facebook and Twitter and Linked strategically as a writer. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/conference-spotlight-the-business-of-pet-writing-conference-feb-11-2012-in-new-york/feed 0 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-carrie-pestritto-of-prospect-agency http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-carrie-pestritto-of-prospect-agency#comments Mon, 16 Jan 2012 03:09:05 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=57091 Carrie is seeking: In the fiction arena, she is looking for literary fiction, historical fiction, and mature YA. She would love to see a thriller/mystery about Elizabeth Bathory, otherwise known as "Lady Dracula," or a novel about a young teacher at a private high school who finds herself attracted to one of her students. She is not currently interested in romance, science fiction/fantasy, or picture books. For more information, or to learn about her nonfiction interests, please keep reading. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-carrie-pestritto-of-prospect-agency/feed 2 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/10-tips-on-guest-blogging-and-blog-tours http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/10-tips-on-guest-blogging-and-blog-tours#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:34:55 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=56321 GIVEAWAY: Patricia is excited to give away a free copy of her book to a random commenter. Comment within one week; winners must live in Canada/US to receive the book by mail. You can win a blog contest even if you’ve won before. (Update: Petrea won.) Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/10-tips-on-guest-blogging-and-blog-tours/feed 21 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/qa-spotlight-greg-koch-author-of-the-craft-of-stone-brewing-company-comment-for-a-book-giveaway http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/qa-spotlight-greg-koch-author-of-the-craft-of-stone-brewing-company-comment-for-a-book-giveaway#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2012 03:21:54 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=56071 Greg Koch, co-author of the book THE CRAFT OF STONE BREWING CO.: LIQUID LORE, EPIC RECIPES AND UNABASHED ARROGANCE (Fall 2011, Ten Speed Press). "Since its inception in 1996, Stone Brewing Co. has been the fastest growing brewery in the country—Beer lovers gravitate to its unique line-up which includes favorites such as Stone IPA and Arrogant Bastard Ale. This insider's guide focuses on the history of Stone Brewing Co., and shares homebrew recipes for many of its celebrated beers." GIVEAWAY: Greg is excited to give away a free copy of his book to a random commenter. Comment within 2 weeks; winners must live in Canada/US to receive the book by mail. You can win a blog contest even if you’ve won before. (Update: JRocHoll won.) Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/qa-spotlight-greg-koch-author-of-the-craft-of-stone-brewing-company-comment-for-a-book-giveaway/feed 10 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/7-best-practices-for-building-an-online-presence http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/7-best-practices-for-building-an-online-presence#comments Mon, 02 Jan 2012 05:04:48 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=54465 1. BE CONSISTENT ONLINE - Blog every day or once a week or not at all. Establish the schedule for you and then stick to it. - Decide what you want it to be about - Writing, querying, kids, family? Guest column by Daisy Whitney, author of THE MOCKINGBIRDS, an NPR Best Book of 2010 that also got a starred review from Publishers Weekly. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/7-best-practices-for-building-an-online-presence/feed 8 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/these-writers-found-agents-at-the-writers-digest-conference-you-can-too http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/these-writers-found-agents-at-the-writers-digest-conference-you-can-too#comments Mon, 02 Jan 2012 02:55:41 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=57031 testimonials from writers who got agents and book deals through our event. You can get a sense of our recent successes by looking at the images below of the writers and their books. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/these-writers-found-agents-at-the-writers-digest-conference-you-can-too/feed 0 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-rachael-dugas-of-talcott-notch-literary http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-rachael-dugas-of-talcott-notch-literary#comments Wed, 28 Dec 2011 21:41:34 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=54646 Reminder: Newer agents are golden opportunities for new writers because they’re likely building their client list; however, always make sure your work is as perfect as it can be before submitting, and only query agencies that are a great fit for your work. Otherwise, you’re just wasting time and postage. She is seeking: Rachael represents cookbooks and young adult, middle grade, and adult fiction in the contemporary, paranormal, women's, and romance genres. She would love to receive more cookbooks (especially with a unique perspective, distinct voice and sense of place, and stellar marketing platform), beautifully written historical and/or literary fiction, really terrific memoir, and fun, contemporary YA or adult fiction, especially pertaining to food or the performing arts. Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/new-agent-alert-rachael-dugas-of-talcott-notch-literary/feed 2 http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/giving-back-how-to-expand-your-platform-through-generosity http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/giving-back-how-to-expand-your-platform-through-generosity#comments Tue, 20 Dec 2011 04:19:34 +0000 Chuck Sambuchino http://www.writersdigest.com/?p=54573 GIVEAWAY: The authors are excited to give away 3 free copies of their e-book to random commenters. Comment within two weeks (by EOD, Monday, Jan. 2, 2012); winners can live anywhere. You can win a blog contest even if you’ve won before. (Update: jcmartin, daking27 and landerson all won.) Read more]]> http://www.writersdigest.com/editor-blogs/guide-to-literary-agents/giving-back-how-to-expand-your-platform-through-generosity/feed 8