Writing and Publishing News

Yesterday, I shared a few resources for those who want to get their poetry and music published. I suggested referring to Writer’s Market. I was reminded by an astute follower of this blog, colleague and friend that Writer’s Market has directories specific to the poetry market. They also have a directory representing the children’s market [...]

I received a call yesterday morning—yes, Easter—before the sun was up—from someone wanting information about publishing poetry and music. I thought you might be interested in some of the resources I gave her. 1: “Writer’s Market” is a directory listing magazines and publishers—some of which publish poetry. You can purchase it at most bookstores for [...]

One way to become informed about the publishing industry and to keep up on industry news, the best promotional activities, resources for authors and so forth is to subscribe to and READ/STUDY some of the many industry newsletters. Here are those that I recommend for authors. Publishing Basic Free http://www.publishingbasics.com Book Marketing Matters Free http://www.bookmarketing.com [...]

As promised, today I will provide you with a list of books I recommend that you read at various stages of your writing and publishing journey. Publish Your Book, Proven Strategies and Resources for the Enterprising Author by Patricia Fry (Allworth Press, 2012). This is the book you should be reading before you decide whether [...]

Look for my article this week in Fran Silverman’s Book Promotion Newsletter: “Sell More Books by Listening to Your Readers.” To subscribe to this almost free enewsletter, go to: http://www.mailermailer.com/x?oid=12216r. It’s $9.95/year for a subscription. Here are a few other enewsletters I recommend for authors—all FREE: Brian Jud’s Book Marketing Matters http://www.bookmarketing.com Publishing Basics http://www.publishingbasics.com [...]

What have you shared with a colleague, friend or acquaintance, lately? When you read that an editor is looking for good mysteries, do you immediately let members of the mystery branch of your writers’ group know? If you see a chest of drawers at the curb with a FREE sign on it, do you call [...]

I’m wo-maning a booth this weekend and will be introducing visitors to SPAWN. I’ll hand out our SPAWN Catalog of Members’ Books and Services. But I decided to also create a “take away” to give authors and freelance writers some good reasons for joining SPAWN (Small Publishers, Artists and Writers Network). I’m sharing them with [...]

Few authors seek out a traditional publisher as a first step any more. They hear how hard it is to get a publisher interested in a manuscript, so they opt for the easier, quicker way and sign with an eager pay-to-publish company. Folks, there are hundreds and hundreds of traditional royalty publishers out there right [...]

It has been a busy few days. I received notice that my latest book is here—at least it is on the desk of my publicist at the publishing house. I’ll be announcing it very soon right here and explain how to order your copy. It is Talk Up Your Book, How to Promote Your Book [...]

I wonder if most writers write poetry at some point in their careers. I used to write poetry—the rhyming kind. Enjoyable. There’s a rumor going around that says there is no market for poetry. Hogwash. There are hundreds of opportunities for getting your poetry published. And today I’m going to provide you with some links [...]