I had a great conference, I hope you did, too! And I hope you got what you needed to progress with your work. As one of the Honored Guiding Members, I was especially touched by the people who wrote something in my book, (I only reminded one, or maybe twenty, to do so). I speak…
Category: RMFW Conference
It’s About Who You Know: The Truth About Successful Publishing
I won’t claim to know what makes a successful writer. I do know what it takes to be a working one. Let me start this post by dropping a little knowledge: A working writer is a writer who works. I know, right? Who knew? A working write writes. They often write a lot. I’m a…
Pitch Like a BOSS by Angie Hodapp
Originally published in Nelson Literary Agency’s monthly newsletter Pitching your book to an agent or editor is daunting. How are you supposed to cram the essence of your entire novel into a pithy couple of sentences? (Hint: You’re not.) Here’s a formula for a concise pitch that will set you on the right track. Ladies and Gentlemen,…
Conference Update: Some Practical Information
More Questions? Join our NEW FACEBOOK GROUP for Conference attendees! Conference is almost here! Here is some practical information to help you get organized: Parking: Parking is free at the hotel for conference attendees. Yay! Airport Shuttle & Train Info: The hotel website had conflicting information, but I have confirmed that the FREE Shuttle to…
Why I Entered the Colorado Gold Contest
I was thrilled to hear this week that I was a finalist in the Colorado Gold Writer’s contest, but why should you care? Well, if you are a multi-published author, you probably don’t, and shouldn’t. But if you’re a writer struggling to get your work in front of agents and/or editors, maybe you should. Colorado…