can't help telling stories
Bookseller‘s author survey has some interesting findings about traditional publishing. They provide another reason to give serious thought to self-publishing before deciding which route to take.
Authors call for better communication with publishers | The Bookseller
http://www.thebookseller.com/news/authors-call-better-communication-publishers
I wish I had more time to read. I know I’m a writer because I loved the worlds I found in books. Books that are award-quality generate ideas and demonstrate craft. So these nominees for the Arthur C. Clarke Award are on my “sci-fi to read” list.
2015 Shortlist Announced | Arthur C. Clarke Award
http://www.clarkeaward.com/previous-awards/shortlists/2015-shortlist-announced/
John Grisham has a law degree, so his legal fiction is based on real-world knowledge. For the rest of us, here are some beginner’s tips.
Top 10 Mistakes Authors Make When Writing Legal Scenes | Live Write Thrive
http://www.livewritethrive.com/2015/03/30/top-10-mistakes-authors-make-when-writing-legal-scenes/
Ever wake up and wonder if you’re really a writer? Do you think it’s time to forget this crazy dream and just get on with your day job? Before you decide, ask yourself what your real passion is.
Two Ways to Clarify Your Professional Passions – HBR
https://hbr.org/2015/03/two-ways-to-clarify-your-professional-passions
I met with my first writers’ group tonight. We had a great session and a couple of good presentations, some break-through ideas and a few good comments. No one asked about the ninjas, but we don’t have any ninjas in our work … at the moment.
Why the Ninja? And Other Great Questions Your Writers’ Group Will Ask | WordServe Water Cooler
http://wordservewatercooler.com/2015/03/30/why-the-ninja-and-other-great-questions-your-writers-group-will-ask/
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