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What is a Trade Journal?

February 17, 2014 by W. Terry Whalin

Question: Why should I read trade journals? Where does a writer find trade journals with publishing news? Answer: You may be wondering, "What in the world is a trade journal?" To newcomers, publishing is almost like a secret society where there are code words and unwritten expectations about what to submit to magazines and how to submit your material to publishers. … [Read more...]

Why can’t the editor give me some feedback?

November 13, 2013 by W. Terry Whalin

Question: I keep getting form rejection letters. Why don't editors give me the facts and what can I do about it? Answer: In the magazine and book world, rejection comes for many reasons. Sometimes it is the quality of the material from the writer. In the book area, it might be a good idea that needs more development or more explanation. I've learned from acquisitions … [Read more...]

Join A Critique Group to Get Your Writing Moving

July 23, 2013 by W. Terry Whalin

Discouraged about your writing? Wonder if you are ever going to get anything published? How do you learn to write? Admittedly, any kind of writing requires work and effort, but joining a critique group can move you in the right direction. A critique group is a small group of writers who encourage each other and provide regular help to each other. Joining a group is not … [Read more...]

What Happens Inside a Publisher, After I Sign the Contract?

January 22, 2013 by W. Terry Whalin

Question: What happens inside the publishing house after I receive my contract and sign it? Answer: I've been asked this question many times--and unless you have personally worked inside a publishing house, it's very difficult to answer it satisfactorily. The short answer is that a lot of activity is happening inside the publishing house after your contract is signed. … [Read more...]

Why Write Nonfiction Instead of Fiction?

September 27, 2012 by W. Terry Whalin

Question: Everyone says it is easier for an unpublished writer to break in with nonfiction vs. fiction? Is it only easier to break in with nonfiction if you have speaking engagements that will result in sales? I've always thought, "Who would buy my nonfiction? I'm a nobody without a degree, without a famous husband or friends and without an enthralling life." But everyone … [Read more...]

Do Literary Agents Look for New Authors? If So, How Do I Get One?

September 18, 2012 by W. Terry Whalin

Question:Do Literary Agents look for new authors? If so, how do I get an agent? Answer: I'll begin this answer with a question: Have you written a book proposal on this book or the entire manuscript? Even if the manuscript is short, you still need to write a book proposal. Many people make this mistake when they try to publish a nonfiction book. If you are writing a … [Read more...]

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