Let me just say, I realize what a bear proposal-writing is for most writers. Anyone who knows me at all knows that proposals (synopses in particular) are my arch-enemies. However, each time I’ve written one, I’ve learned something, and I’m happy to share what I’ve discovered along the way. First off, every agency has different proposal rules. Some want comparable… Read More
My Video Pitch for GOD’S DAUGHTER, Since I Can’t be at the ACFW Conference
Today, I’m announcing the winner of the Submerged book giveaway on my video blog. I’m also throwing myself out there and giving you the pitch I might have given the editors at ACFW, had I been able to attend. I based my pitch setup on Rachelle Gardner’s excellent pitch post here: http://www.booksandsuch.biz/blog/secrets-of-a-great-pitch/. I’m sure I botched it up somewhat (totally… Read More
Classy Quotes Wednesday–Goethe
Okay, so I fully admit that I haven’t read much, if any, Goethe. (But I can say it with a cool German accent!) Today’s quote was just something that made me smile, especially as the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) conference is coming up and I am bummed, yes, BUMMED about not going this year. This is soley because I’ve… Read More