Picture this: you’ve got a brilliant story idea bouncing around in your head, like a marble in a tin can. It’s exciting, but now the question looms—how do you outline a book without losing that precious spark of inspiration? The blank page isn’t your enemy; it’s just a canvas waiting for a roadmap. That’s where […]
Picture this: you have a fantastic story idea buzzing in your mind, but when it comes to putting pen to paper, it feels like trying to herd cats. The question that keeps popping up is, “How do I write a book outline?” This dilemma haunts writers at every level. From the eager first-time novelist staring […]
Many writers find that outlines act as a roadmap. They help ensure each example and sentence supports the main argument. If you pause and build a plan first, words carry more weight and the final essay feels intentional rather than rushed. Key Takeaways Start by framing a clear thesis to guide your topic selection. Use […]
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Finding agent representation wasn’t easy for me. It took years of writing and learning about the publishing world. I felt overwhelmed and got many rejections. But I never gave up because I believed in my work. Then, I took a strategic approach. I sent out 50 literary agents queries in four weeks. I got 26 […]
I’ve seen many talented writers send out hundreds of generic queries. They often get nothing but silence. This approach rarely works and leaves them feeling defeated. Getting a book agent isn’t about sending out lots of queries. It’s about targeting the right ones. Robert Kerbeck changed his strategy from mass querying to sending 12 personalized […]
I’ve seen many talented writers send out hundreds of generic queries. They often wonder why they never get a response. The truth is, finding the right literary agent isn’t about playing the numbers game. It’s all about strategy. Looking for a book agent is like dating. You’re not just looking for anyone. You want The […]
I remember the excitement when I got multiple offers for agent representation. My journey began in 2017 with my first manuscript. By 2020, I found the perfect agent for my work. The journey was tough. I faced many rejections and doubts. But I learned that getting an agent isn’t just luck or who you know. […]
I stared at my finished manuscript, feeling both thrilled and scared. The idea of finding a literary agent seemed like a huge challenge. Finding the right literary agent was more than just a task—it was the key to my publishing success. The publishing world is all about connections and knowledge. About 80 percent of books […]
Finding a book agent can be really tough. You’ve worked hard on your manuscript. Now, you’re facing a big challenge. The truth is, sending generic queries to hundreds of publishing professionals rarely works. Many talented writers spend months trying this method but get no results. I take a different approach. I focus on finding the […]
