What is a hybrid author and why do we

The world of publishing is evolving so rapidly sometimes I think I’m in a science fiction movie and can’t get out! The pace of change is so head spinning, I can’t even create a presentation more than a week ahead of time because a news announcement might occur (and...

Publishing News of the Week

Each Friday we will share a post full of useful and fun publishing news of the week. Traditional News: BOTYA book finalists announced. “Better Nate Than Ever is a glittering love letter to Broadway, bullied gay teens” HuffPo Client Kelly Davio wraps up AWP...

Writing Children’s Books – Who needs kids anyway?

Do you write children’s books? Picture books, early readers, chapter books, middle grade or young adult. If your writing falls anywhere within these age ranges the answer to my original question is a resounding, YOU DO. As the writer of a children’s book...

Trends in Historical Fiction – Cliches of Womanhood

Every genre has its own little ticks. Some are beloved tropes, but others have become cliche and tired, dragging down otherwise promising works. In historical fiction, one of the most common cliches is the overly-modern protagonist. Is your protagonist oddly...