Every writer hears about pitching, especially when it comes to conferences and events like Colorado Gold, where agents and editors will be taking pitch appointments. I believe writers need to have two kinds of pitches: one for those all-important “professional” pitch opportunities, and one I consider a “networking” pitch. A networking pitch is similar in…
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Conference 411: Part 3
Hurry, save $50! Registration is open for the 2019 Colorado Gold Conference. If you haven’t yet registered, get to it—you’ll be so glad you did! One reason: the conference price goes up by $50 on July 31. Beat that date and save. If you’re already registered, welcome! This year’s conference has a powerful lineup of literary…
Rocky Mountain Writer #177
Sara Dahmen Among the special guests at this year’s Colorado Gold conference is Sara Dahmen, whose is heading in from Wisconsin to teach a master class called “All the Secrets – An In-Depth Guide on Book to Film.” On the podcast, Sara talks about her Flats Junction historical fiction series, which has already been opted…
How to Moderate an Author Panel like a Pro
In keeping with my marketing tips leading up to my four-hour intensive class at the Colorado Gold Conference in September, thinking outside of the box in terms of marketing involves a number of things. Moderating a panel is a great way to rub shoulders with extremely successful authors and get your name to their already…
Rocky Mountain Writer #176
Anne Hillerman As Anne Hillerman describes it, she was shaking in her boots when she first set about writing new mysteries featuring the iconic characters Jim Chee and Joe Leaphorn—characters created by her father, Tony Hillerman, and the lead protagonists in 18 award-winning novels. But Anne Hillerman brought her own approach to the series and,…