You’ve been writing, editing, writing and worrying that a door will open to get your prose into print. Every day that passes without Barnes and Noble making a place for your best seller on down their center isle lets a little more air out of your hope inspired bubble. It doesn’t bother you at first. Or at least that’s what you tell everyone through your veil of courage. But then you begin to question. At first, you wonder what in the world they’re thinking for not having purchased your manuscript. Then you realize it’s you. Surely, you are the worst writer on the face of the planet. It’s an emotional roller coaster that would make the thrill rides at Disney World look like kiddy rides. You finally stand right in […]
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Social Media Minute—Navigate Social Media Etiquette
The social media universe has developed into a world with it’s own ways of interacting. Stumbling around this brave new world is exciting, but it can also lead to some embarrassing moments. Today I’ll share some tips to help you acclimate to this new online society. Facebook When to LIKE , COMMENT or SHARE on Facebook: When you read a post on Facebook you have three options if you want to interact. The First is to LIKE the post. When you click on LIKE, Facebook will register your user name and the fact you liked it. This carries more weight with the Facebook Edgerank Algorithm than just viewing the post, but not as much as commenting. The second option is to COMMENT. This carries the most weight with Facebook and […]
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It’s there right in front of you. Staring at you. Driving you nuts! It’s the door. Your heart leaps at the excitement of what might be on the other side. But fear grips you. That’s the life of a writer. But I have some news for you. Contrary to what you’ve seen in the movies, there is NO monster on the other side of the door. Walking through the door—even if it is the wrong door—is not fatal. As a writer, there will always be uncertainty. You can’t see what’s on the other side. Here’s why you should walk through that door: 1) Good things come to those who wait, but the best things come to those who pursue it. 2) If you never do, you’ll never know. 3) The […]
Read the RestPitching Tip #3! Understand your STAKES!
Hey friends! I hope you had a great weekend. This week, we’re coming at you with Pitching Tip #3 – I hope you find it helpful! If you’re attending the ACFW Conference (or any other writing conference) and want some help in learning how to pitch a novel, then check out the Pitch and Promotion Seminar! With coaches that help you hone and practice you pitch, as well as teach you how to promote yourself at conference, and afterwards, this seminar will teach you how to wake an editor or agent up to your brilliant story! Check it out here: http://www.mybooktherapy.com/product/learn-how-to-pitch-your-novel/ Have a great week and go write something brilliant! Susie May
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