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Induction into Club Rejection

A few weeks ago, I got my very first rejection from a publisher. And I was thrilled. I’m finally in the club! Every legitimate writer has been rejected—and now, so have I! The rejection was initially complimentary, and noted a couple of things I had been trying to do with the manuscript were working. What […]

July 10, 2014

What I Learned While Writing a Novel, Writing

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New Year’s Status Check

Somehow starting the New Year with a ten-day-old baby inspired me to set ambitious goals for 2013. Call it postpartum adrenaline, I guess.   The pace of the year always picks up during the last two months, so now is as good a time as any to take stock of my progress in 2013.   […]

November 14, 2013

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What Seth Fishman Learned While Writing a Novel

Today I’m thrilled to post the first of what I hope to be many interviews with publishing professionals (editors, agents, etc.) who have published their own books. My guest today is agent Seth Fishman. Thanks for being here, Seth. I really appreciate your taking the time to share your experience as a publishing professional who […]

July 16, 2013

What I Learned While Writing a Novel, Writing

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