The Poet’s Muse
By Antonia Papadopoulos Part 1: The Encounter Devil: “Let the poet come forth, Take that devious grin off your face that marks the hour of my return; Like lulling children to sleep with their soft skin bathing in the moonlight, You lure young and beautiful creatures...My Superhero Self
By Anna Savastano Storytellers often describe the superhero as one with extraordinary abilities dressed in capes and tights just like Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman. Let me shed some light on this somewhat myth. Most of the superhero population wears everyday...
How to Get a Literary Agent (When You’re a Newbie)
Most everyone seeking traditional publication would love a well-known literary agent. Someone big, who can get you a huge advance on your book(s) and negotiate an iron-clad contract in your best interest.
However, I learned a valuable lesson from my own experience. When querying agents, keep in mind…
Join the Wacky Writing Prompt Scavenger Hunt (and win silly prizes)
The world needs more silly. That’s why we want to invite you to please join us for The First Annual Wacky Writing Prompt Scavenger Hunt. We will randomly choose three participants to win a new Moleskine notebook, a brown paper bag, or a wooden hanger.
3 Reasons Novel Writing is Like Building a Start Up
Eventually, like the entrepreneur, as a writer, you will have to ask for an investment from others. By asking people to buy and read your book, you’re requesting that they invest their time and money into your ideas and skills—and your characters.
