Authors submit manuscripts to publishers believing the publisher will simply have an editor fix any grammatical problems with the book. While publishers do have editors, if the book is filled with grammatical errors, the publisher is unlikely to consider it. Authors should get their books edited first before submitting to a publisher. Recently, I heard an author defend her … [Read more...]
Dealing with Publishing Company Personnel
The publishing process may seem mechanical. As you move through the publishing process, it's important not to overlook an often-undervalued part of the process: the people or personnel of the publishing company. Since the corporate imprint and the need to be profitable dominate most publishing companies, the unique nature of most publishing company personnel often gets … [Read more...]
Agents, Editors and Conferences
My experience as a volunteer for a recent MWA Writer's Conference was rewarding and educational. LITERARY AGENTS They are the nicest people. Yeah writers you heard me, they rock. They work extremely hard, put in tons of overtime, and still have to be personable all of the time. Most of them that I’ve met personally during my recruitment process are natural sales people. … [Read more...]