Archive | September, 2010

How to Find a Literary Agent

Before the Internet, the world of the literary agency was like a secret little room somewhere far away to which very few held the key. I was constantly seeking the back door. I attended writer’s conferences where agents spoke on panels and I paid extra for one on one critique time. I practiced my pitch, the long […]

Must-Read Books for Aspiring Writers

One of my favorite books is Anne Lamott’s “Bird by Bird.” If you ever wanted to write, this is the book for you. Lamott’s guide through the writing process is funny and generous. If you read this book and you don’t put pen to paper…well…I just know you will-if you really want to write. Her […]