December 11, 2012
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Did I write the first 50,000 words of my novel? Is that why I’ve been MIA from my blog for so long? Sadly, no. And, happily. Instead of writing a pile of you-know-what, I’ve been working on some excellent projects … Continue reading
June 13, 2012
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Just Released! An Irish Miracle by Rob Mahan is available for purchase in both print and electronic versions. My copy, signed by the author, who just happens to be my client, arrived in the mail this week and it … Continue reading
February 28, 2012
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After spending the weekend with a wide representation of the writing and publishing community, I am more excited than ever to be a part of it. The SFWC has changed form even in the short time that I’ve been involved … Continue reading
February 8, 2012
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This has been a wonderfully busy first quarter, with a cornucopia of activities to keep me sharp. The Nor Cal EFA hosted speaker Judith Horstman in January, and she provided the participants with insider information about writing for magazines and … Continue reading
December 14, 2011
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Developmental edits. Substantive edits. Line edits. A self-publisher could use professional assistance in all of these areas. There are other uses for an editor as well.
November 30, 2011
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We believe we know everything there is to know about our characters. We believe we have created a compelling read, a clear conflict, characters the reader can either love or fear for, a satisfying resolution. But the problem is, we’re … Continue reading
November 16, 2011
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At this past weekend’s Self Publishing Boot Camp, I was privileged to speak on the topic of editing for self-publishers. I had only 30 minutes to speak on the topic, and I wanted to cover the nuts and bolts of … Continue reading
November 10, 2011
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The big Success, with a capital S is elusive. You do know this, don’t you? Success a la big time fame and fortune, cover of People magazine, tooling around Nob Hill in a Maserati, that kind of success. Slim chance. … Continue reading