Monthly Archives: September 2010

A couple of months ago I announced that I was working on the new book, which really wasn’t new at all, but the original novel I had started back when I decided I was going to become a serious writer. … Continue reading →

It’s pretty, it’s weird, it’s exciting, and it’s fun to eat: The single bite that indicates all that is to come. Photo courtesy of Kitchen Connaisseur Contrary to popular opinion, where to begin the tale is not always intuitive. A … Continue reading →

Literary agents all expect something different. When an aspiring author is sending a query letter, research has to be done in order to tailor the letter specifically to what each agent likes. They all want and expect something different. I … Continue reading →

I’m about to do something daring. Guide to Literary Agents is holding a contest for novels of paranormal romance or urban fantasy. All we have to do is submit our first 150 – 200 words. The top three winners receive … Continue reading →

Who hasn’t dreamed of being the ultimate winner? It’s the fantasy where, somewhere, in another universe, you’re gorgeous and talented and famous and you’re dating a supermodel. It’s the place where you’re good at everything and bad at nothing. Bad … Continue reading →