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Is a series easier to sell these days than a standalone work?
Started by Ian Nathaniel Cohen. Last reply by Peter Kraft May 12. 5 Replies 1 Like
These days, when browsing the shelves at bookstores, I see a large number of books that are parts of a series (particularly mystery and sci-fi/fantasy). I can understand a publisher wanting a series…Continue
Social concerns in fiction
Started by Michael Valentine. Last reply by Michael Valentine Mar 4. 15 Replies 0 Likes
Should great fiction reflect or try to bring attention to problems in our society or is it enough to just try and tell great stories? What should the goal of a fiction writer be? Continue
Two Stories In One -- Best Way To Tell Them?
Started by F.J. Thomas. Last reply by Ekta R. Garg Feb 25. 3 Replies 1 Like
Basic idea of the book is that a girl and her pet are separated during a disaster. The premise of the book is the story of each one until they are reunited at the end of the book.The basic format of…Continue
Did any of you participate in the Write a book in a month challenge?
Started by Deborah Herman. Last reply by Mari Adkins Jan 21. 5 Replies 0 Likes
I have heard about the write a book in a month challenge but do not know the details. I would love to know if it worked out for any of you and if it spurred you on to completion. Perhaps you can…Continue
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Comment by Caroline Kaiser on January 31, 2012 at 5:07pm -
Candy, are you saying that you charge a flat fee no matter what the length of the book is?
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Comment by Candy Green Gustavson on January 31, 2012 at 8:07am -
Pat, I am an editor (includes proofreading.) My fee is $750 paid in three installments. cgg4editing@aol.com. Last book I edited is MagicBridge by Thomasina Burke.
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Comment by Mary T. Firmin on January 29, 2012 at 7:37pm -
Hi Marilyn, Welcome to the sight. I wish you all the luck in the world with your book. It is not easy to write a whole book of stuff that you make up in your mind. I also write fiction. Check out my blog: http://maryfirmin.blogspot.com I will also check out yours. All the best, Mary Firmin
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Comment by Marilyn A. Hudson on January 22, 2012 at 7:05am -
Hello! I am also new on the site. I invite you to visit my page and read some blog posts there. I have several books published and available on Amazon. Check out one of my online blogs at http://www.hudsonauthor.blogspot.com/
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Comment by Mary T. Firmin on January 9, 2012 at 11:55pm
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Hi Friends, I am new on the site and trying to get my bearings. I have self-published with iUniverse a mystery/thriller called Deadly Pleasures. I have had great reviews from Kirkus, Blueink, and a 5 Star rating from Clarion. Whatever all that means! If you would like to check out my book you can go to maryfirmin.com or connect to my blog. http://maryfirmin.blogspot.com. I would appreciate your comments. DEADLY PLEASURES is available at Amazon, B&N and on Kindle.
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Comment by Jan Lazo-Davis on January 8, 2012 at 4:11pm -
Humor is GOOD!!! GRIN
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Comment by Patricia A.Shannon/yeager(Patty) on January 8, 2012 at 2:58pm -
Thanks for the info Michael. I'll check it out. BTW, I like your comment about the blood thing and yes, we need some humor at times on a comment wall.
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Comment by Michael R. Jennings on January 8, 2012 at 1:48pm -
Now look what I have started early on with my reference to my copy-editors "blood" marks on my manuscript. I find all of your comments both relevant and amusing. We could all use a little humor in our lives. And you are correct, Jan, once we have made the appropriate corrections, our works will hopefully be enjoyed by more readers...and seen as the work of a professional writer. So, to the professional editors out there, let the blood flow.
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Comment by Jan Lazo-Davis on January 8, 2012 at 1:20pm
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I say "bring on the blood" for my work because it means the manuscript will entertain more readers!!! And yes - it has taken me many years to love the sight of blood!!!
Love the comment about Teal could be blood in a Sci Fi or Speculative Fiction manuscript!!!
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Comment by Michael R. Jennings on January 8, 2012 at 12:45pm
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Pat, you could consider my copy-editor, as I am sure that others on this site will endorse their's as well. It comes down to who you are comfortable working with...and the hourly rate, of course. Just for example purposes, my 117,000 word novel cost me $900...and well worth it. Her name is Diane Alexander, long time copy editor, retired now, who works from home. Warning: she has a good sense of humor and will answer a million and one questions after you get the manuscript back. She will make a lot of side comments as she goes along to help improve your memoir.
Website: www.expertcopyedit.com
E-mail: diane@expertcopyedit.com
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