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In this issue, learn one author's unusual publishing success story; plus, much more!
In this issue, learn one author's unusual debut success story that included a two-book deal with a major publisher; plus, a new agent alert, and much more!
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My Unusual Debut Success Story That Landed a Two-Book Deal With a Major Publisher
I wrote my first novel in late summer 2014 yep. Nearly 10 years ago. It was a cozy mystery called The Deadly Albthat you will never read, nor do you want to (trust me). Still, it was my recovery method of choice from a traumatic ectopic pregnancy, and it taught me that 1) writing books is an excellent way to dip out of the painful real world and find escapist relief, and 2) I was capable of writing a whole darn book. Whoa.
(I Got 8 Agent Offers; Then, My Book Died on Sub.)
That fall, I wrote anothera YA dystopian you will also never read (nor do you want to). Thats the first book I seriously queried. Prior to that, I didnt even know what a query was! Or what an agent was. Or anything, really.
Imagine my surprise when right away, I got an R&R from a really amazing agent! Which I tackled far too quickly and went on to totally bomb.
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Craft & Business of Writing
New Agent Alert: Joylanda Jamison
Joylanda has a passion for amplifying the voices and stories of BIPOC writers and thrives when helping others cultivate their creative voice. She takes the utmost care in guiding authors along their writing journey and ensures that their story remains an authentic reflection of themselves.
10 Tools Needed on Your Traditional Publishing Journey
If you're planning to jump into the traditional publishing pool, it's important to dive in with eyes wide open. Yes, it will burn a little but it's worth it to be prepared. As someone who has gone through the process, I want to offer some tools to help you on your journey. Read more...
Wednesday Poetry Prompts: 702
For today's prompt, write an influence poem. Read more...
Inspired by Nature
Nature has always been a source of inspiration for writers, and here we mean nature in the broadest sense. From what we typically think of as nature (e.g. flowers and trees, animals and weather systems, etc.) to the nature of human nature, the July/August 2024 issue of Writers Digestaims to explore how writers can use nature as an influence on their work.
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Write in Italy With Writer's Digest
Florence holds a special place in my heart, though not for any one particular reason. Rather, its a sense of homecoming Ive felt, even from the first time I stepped into the city. Theres something about the way the sun reflects off the painted yellow buildings or brown stones and terra cotta roofs that creates a golden hue. The sky seems a more brilliant blue than Im used to and every corner you turn hints at another discovery waiting to be made.Read more...
From Your Writer's Digest Editor: Robert Lee Brewer
Robert Lee Brewer is a senior editor for Writers Digest and former editor of the Writer's Market book series. He is also the author of Smash Poetry Journal and Solving the World's Problems. He would like to wish his brother David a very happy birthday today.
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