I recently had the chance to ask Chuck Sambuchino of Writer’s Digest Magazine a few questions about two of his most recent publications, the Writer’s Digest 2016 Guide to Literary Agents and a humorous book called When Clowns Attack. This popular author, public speaker and columnist had a lot to share, and I’m thrilled to…
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The “Next Day” Critique Group Apology Letter Template – Blank For Your Convenience
So it’s happened. You brought pages to your critique group, it didn’t go well, and you exploded, making an ass of yourself. You know what RMFW’s own Mario Acevedo says? He says the only appropriate response to a critique is “thank you.” And in our group, he says thank you a lot. Because Mario insists…
Guest Post by Samantha Ross: Four Things to Do
I remember when I first started out writing, I’d stumble, slam into a wall, some days I would realize I was clueless, other days it was pointed out. Again and again I heard “Just keep writing.” I agree with it. Up to a point. I will never be a better writer if all I do…
Finding Your Writing Pace
Authors often forget that professional writing is a two-pronged calling. First and foremost, writers write. It’s what defines us, and we do it whether or not we write for publication or for pleasure (or, as happens in many cases, both). There’s nothing wrong with writing as an avocation instead of a career – and some writers make a business…
Do Appearances Matter?
The anthology I’m in, DARK SECRETS: A PARANORMAL NOIR ANTHOLOGY, is out now! I’m super proud to hang between the covers with so many authors I admire. Plus it’s just fascinating to read what everyone did with this crossover genre concept. It seems there’s been a number of scandals lately where writers posed as someone…