Tis the Season Now is a unique time for writers. In the mystery world, early in the year is the time when judging is beginning, nominations are being requested for a number of prize awards or Awards are being announced. Probably because the awards are for books published in the previous year. That said, RMFW’s…
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Green … by Rainey Hall
In kindergarten, my teacher read the class Dr. Seuss’ Green Eggs and Ham. She then treated all of us to—you got it—ham, scrambled green eggs, fried green potatoes, green milk and green biscuits. Ah, those were the days. That night after regurgitating green stuff, I swore off eating, touching and smelling anything that resembled mold….
Distractions: Writing, Wait, Cleaning. No! Writing! New Computer! No! Writing. Promotion…
I should be preparing for a trip I’m leaving for later this morning, but I’m running late on the blog, and, let’s face it, will I want to finish it up in California? No. Wait . . . the airport. I could do it on the plane or at the airport (I intend to arrive…
How to Obtain a Reversion of Publishing Rights (At Least, How to Try)
While wearing my publishing lawyer hat, authors often ask me about how to terminate an old (or unprofitable) publishing contract and obtain a reversion of their rights to the relevant works. Obtaining a reversion of rights can be tricky, and is always dependent on the terms of the contract (and/or the author’s relationship with the publisher). Normally, the contract…
Rocky Mountain Writer #76
Anita Mumm, Freelance Editor Freelance editor Anita Mumm recently made the switch from working at a Denver-based literary agency to establishing her own editing and critique services firm. She also made the move from the big city to a small town in the mountains. On the podcast, Anita gives a rundown on the services she…