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How to Write a Query Letter: Nonfiction and Memoir
Learn how to pitch your nonfiction book to agents and publishers—whether you're writing memoir, narrative nonfiction, or prescriptive nonfiction.
5 On: Craig Lancaster
Craig Lancaster talks about his surprise success, what he learned from his most memorable rejection, why he gets so personal on social media, and more.
5 On: Kathleen M. Rodgers
Author Kathleen M. Rodgers discusses her approach to writing and reading, her self-promotion philosophy, and why she won't self-publish.
5 On: Victoria Zackheim
Author and editor Victoria Zackheim discusses (among other things) the art of marketing when published by a press with a limited budget and the keys to successful personal essays.
5 On: Leora Skolkin-Smith
Note from Jane: Today, I'm pleased to announce the series 5 On by author Kristen Tsetsi. 5 On asks established, traditionally published
How to Avoid Misery Over Rejection
Why you should ensure you have as many stories on submission as possible.
Stephen King Still Fears Failure. How About You?
Today's guest post is by freelancer and author Marcy McKay. The November 2014 issue of Rolling Stone interviews the master of
How to Tell If Your Story Idea Is Mediocre—And How to Improve It
Note from Jane: Today's guest post is adapted from The Writer's Advantage: A Toolkit for Mastering Your Genre by Laurie
5 Traps of the Imagination John Grisham Helped Me See
I had 7 an overflowing shelf of rejection notices when John Grisham—a friend and neighbor—took me under his wing and taught me his writing secrets.