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Book Editing Process

Melanie Saxton

I may suggest that we tighten up your prose, rewrite your copy when needed, and edit for length and completeness. Check out my Book Publishing page if you need help with self-publishing. Communication is key as we work out final edits. I can help you write your front matter, back cover, author’s bio, and chapter titles.

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Different Traditional Publishing Experiences With Georgina Cross

The Creative Penn

Traditional publishing is not a monolithic thing. There are different kinds of publishers, and authors want different things out of a publishing deal and relationship. Georgina Cross talks about her experience with two different traditional publishers and the pros and cons of each. Welcome to the show, Georgina.

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Transmedia And Self-Publishing Comics And Graphic Novels With Barry Nugent

The Creative Penn

In the intro, Amazon changes ebook return policy [ Society of Authors ]; Spotify introduces audiobooks [ Spotify ; FindawayVoices ; Publishing Perspectives ]; Neal Stephenson on The Sword Guy podcast. I use Publisher Rocket for researching book titles, categories, and keywords — for new books and for updating my backlist. Show Notes.

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18 Literary Magazines Accepting Submissions in 2024

Make a Living Writing

Literary Magazines Accepting Submissions in 2024 Literary magazines are periodicals, which are dedicated to publishing poetry, short stories, essays and more from writers at every stage of their careers. Here is a list of some of the best literary magazines accepting submissions for next year. Here are 18 now accepting submissions.

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20 Break-In Magazines for New Freelance Writers

Make a Living Writing

This magazine published monthly is all about horses. A diverse literary magazine published three times per year and features poetry, fiction, and essays of promising writers. A literary journal, publishes fiction, poetry, and nonfiction quarterly. Rate: Prose: $10 – $100, Poems: $25 per piece. # 5 – Contrary.

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5 Reasons You Should Consider Writing Your Memoir in Present Tense

Jane Friedman

Amazon • Bookshop When my memoir Forces of Nature was on submission with publishers, one editor said she loved the story, but couldn’t get past the fact that I had written it in present tense. I respectfully disagreed (and sold the book to a different publisher who shared my vision).

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40 Free Writing Contests: Legitimate Competitions With Cash Prizes

The Write Life

With thousands of dollars in cash prizes and numerous opportunities to secure a publishing contract, you’re sure to find the right free writing contest for your work. (If This boutique publishing firm offers cash prizes and promotional packages to winning authors. Deadlines: Quarterly on March 31, June 30 and September 30.

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