by Cheri Lasota | Sep 11, 2008 | Interview Vault, Submissions Vault
Q. You use digital printing, a more unusual approach to the printing process. Many writers are unaware of this shifting paradigm to a more environmental- and budget-conscious approach. Can you explain the benefits of digital printing for both publisher and author?...
by Cheri Lasota | Sep 11, 2008 | Submissions Vault, Writing Life Vault
By Elizabeth Lyon In my work with writers over the years, I’ve come to believe that mastering plotting is far easier than mastering characterization. Creating depth of character means, for the writer, diving into the mostly uncharted waters of the psyche, the...
by Cheri Lasota | Sep 11, 2008 | Submissions Vault, Writing Life Vault |
At a conference two years ago, I got lost and ended up at my group pitch very late and very hysterical. When it came time for my pitch, the agent assured me there was nothing to worry about and broke the ice with me in a discussion about one of our mutually favorite...
by Cheri Lasota | Sep 11, 2008 | Submissions Vault, Writing Life Vault
1. Google both the agent’s name, i.e. Joe Smith, literary agent, as well as the full agency name, Joe Smith Literary Agency. The agent name might show you Q&A interviews and articles written by the agent, which of course is incredibly helpful for learning...
by Cheri Lasota | Sep 8, 2008 | Marketing Vault, Submissions Vault, Writing Life Vault |
By Cheri Lasota Marketing is a life-long learning process. The moment you think you’ve got it, another technology comes along to trip you up. Yet knowledge sources abound. Some of the best advice you’ll ever receive is from mentors in your field. Seek out...
