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Submission Matrix

Submission Matrix

No, not THAT kind of matrix - a submission matrix.Okay, so you've now finished the 'story of the century.' You've shed blood, sweat and tears; sacrificed your free time, good eating habits, and small children and animals to complete this you-know-it'.. Read More

All, Post-Writing | 08.17.10 | No Comments

Wednesday Writerly Words

Covers.For years, decades, centuries people have been selling books, and all of those books have one thing in common: a cover.  Perhaps you've looked inside a paperback and seen a notice that it is not to be sold without its front cover, because tha.. Read More

Post-Writing | 07.28.10 | No Comments

Wednesday Writerly Words

Remember Gizmodo?  They were one of the sites I linked to in my first writerly words a s a great resource for those looking to track with technology.  Today they've got a post up looking at the various avenues that a writer has for self publication.. Read More

Post-Writing, Writing Related | 07.14.10 | No Comments

Formatting a Manuscript

When it comes to the appearance of a manuscript, agents end up seeing a variety of formats, including some horror stories. So how should you format your manuscript? Nathan Bransford, a literary agent with the San Francisco office of Curtis Brown of.. Read More

Post-Writing, Writing Tips | 08.6.09 | No Comments

Practicing Your Pitch

In the writing world, and even more so in the screenwriting world you hear about being able to pitch your story. Basically, take your tale and encapsulate it in a one minute explanation. At first I thought the idea too easy and then when I was worki.. Read More

Post-Writing, Pre-Writing | 07.6.09 | No Comments