publish your book in July for free: FeedARead

I don’t know anything about the following offer, just passing it on. Obviously those interested should look into it carefully before committing themselves.

 

Publish your book as a paperback in July for free
You can also register  to publish a paperback for free through FeedARead.com.  Please view authors' feedback about publishing with FeedARead below.  FeedARead authors have achieved two Amazon UK top ten paperback places.

To publish, click here to visit feedaread.com and once joined then click the button you will see to begin publishing, and the feedaread site will take you through the simple process to upload your book and publish. FeedARead also includes paid options to list your book for sale on leading bookseller sites including Amazon. For all frequently asked questions about publishing with FeedARead, which is a separate site, please view the FAQs on the feedaread.com home page.

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

MacGregor Literary's Sandra Bishop

Vice president at MacGregor Literary Sandra Bishop is leaving the agency after more than seven years to set up her own company. In a statement president Chip MacGregor said Bishop is "leaving the agency on good terms and is looking forward to continuing the great relationships she cultivated." Going forward she may be reached at bishopspdx@gmail.com.

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

free book on self publishing

A book about self-publishing--APE: Author, Publisher, Entrepreneur by Guy Kawasaki--is apparently free through BookBaby     http://www.bookbaby.com/free-guide/ape-guide http://www.bookbaby.com/free-guide/ape-guide     

 

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

how to write what people will pay to read

Robert L. Bacon's book HOW TO WRITE WHAT PEOPLE WILL PAY TO READ! is a comprehensive guide to writing fiction and (hopefully) getting it published. His book addresses everything from broad topics such as plot authenticity and plot believability, to specifics such as the use of commas and dashes. It's arranged in a straightforward, easy-to-use way. There are two sections: ON WRITING and ON PUBLISHING. Topics within these sections are listed in alphabetical order. This helps make it a good reference tool. On the other hand, many writers, editors, educators, and speakers will want to absorb it from cover to cover.

 

As a writer and editor myself, I was particularly interested in the section Specific Manuscript Flaws That Can Cause Rejection. Among flaws Bacon lists are: certain plot elements seemed contrived, the characters were not interesting, the scenes were not fully developed, there was not adequate conflict, and the premise was poor.  Heaven help us if we don't have a good premise. If that's the case, maybe we should look seriously at the book's last section, Writing New Material– When It’s Time to Write Something Else. As Bacon points out, "For writers...text is the ultimate elixir, and it always amazes me at how quickly most of us can 'recover' (from rejection) once we get the creative juices flowing once more."

HOW TO WRITE WHAT PEOPLE WILL PAY TO READ! is a 324-page e-book. The price is $2.99 American, $3.25 Canadian. Here's the link: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KMFYDZQ/ref=rdr_kindle_ext_tmb

 

 

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

religious-publishing news and Christian fiction in digital & print forms

Interesting religious-publishing news here: http://tinyurl.com/ltluqg3

 

Pros and cons here on Christian fiction publishers going direct to digital or first to digital: http://tinyurl.com/ml7rrhp

 

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

opportunity for authors in Canada's Atlantic provinces

Fierce Ink Press is open to queries from authors in Canada’s four Atlantic provinces—and maybe elsewhere in Canada. I don’t know much about them but here’s the link: http://fierceinkpress.com/submissions/

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

new literary agency: Anna Olswanger

Experienced literary agent Anna Olswanger has started her own agency. She’s interested in picture books, middle grade fiction, and non-fiction for adults. More info at http://www.olswanger.com/agent.shtml

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

keeping up one's spirits during a submissions process: Writers Relief

Good article here on keeping cheerful during a seemingly endless, fruitless submissions process: http://tinyurl.com/p5gevup

 

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

conversation starters for shy-ish writers: Writers Relief

Good article here on how a writer can mingle at a conference—and presumably elsewhere: http://writersrelief.com/blog/2014/06/conversation-starters-writers-conferences/

 

 

 

 

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

Kamloops author Karen Hofmann's debut novel

Kamloops author and TRU professor Karen Hofmann has a debut novel out from NeWest. Titled AFTER ALICE, it’s set in the BC interior. Here’s a good review: http://www.winnipegreview.com/wp/2014/03/after-alice-by-karen-hofmann/

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

where to get free photos

Many sources of free photos are listed here: http://bit.ly/1ysnora

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

2 agents seeking queries now

Mary Krienke of Sterling Lord Literistic represents literary fiction, creative nonfiction, and realistic YA that pays close attention to craft and voice. She is especially drawn to new and emerging writers who seek to push boundaries of form and content, and she responds most strongly to writing that reaches great emotional and psychological depths. She is equally interested in work that illuminates through humor or by playing with genre. Her other interests include psychology, art, and design.

Renee Nyen of KT Literary seeks Young Adult and Middle Grade fiction. "I'm always interested in YA historical fiction, mystery, sci-fi, and thrillers, but genre is not as important to me as strong prose and compelling characters."

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

excessive pride & the writer

Excessive pride, or hubris, is a sin, eh? How can it worsen your writing? Excellent article here: http://www.wattpad.com/46080040-digital-ink-writing-killer-fiction-in-the-e-book

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

create an online picture book: Storybird

Storybird lets you create your own online picture book using pre-supplied artwork. You type in a keyword, bring up some pictures and start pulling them into your blank pages.  Add some text and you have created your own picture book which can either remain private or be shared on the site. Interesting, instructive, and fun for adult and young writers. More info here: http://loutreleaven.wordpress.com/2013/09/04/stretch-your-wings-with-storybird/

 

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

established literary agent open to submissions

Established literary agent Andrea Hurst is open to submissions of unsolicited queries from June 1 – September 1, 2014. She is not always open. She is seeking: “I am looking for upmarket, book club women’s fiction, commercial women’s fiction/romance (contemporary or historical), young adult fiction, and most areas of nonfiction (authors with a substantial platform who have already developed a solid, highly polished proposal – this includes memoirs, health/wellness, business, self-help/personal growth, cookbooks, pet books, spirituality). We are now accepting middle grade contemporary fiction as well.”

Submit by Sept. 1, 2014. No attachments. Absolutely no phone calls or regular mail contact, please. E-query andrea [at] andreahurst.com. More at: http://www.andreahurst.com/literary-management/about/andrea-hurst/

 

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

Christian writers conference in Edmonton, AB

 

2014 InScribe Fall Conference — Proclaim The Word

September 26 & 27, 2014

Four Points Sheraton – 7230 Argyll Road, Edmonton AB

This is the year to become the writer you always wanted to be! There is something for everyone, from beginner to advanced writers! 

For more info and to register, go to http://inscribe.org and click on Fall Conference.

 

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.

 

literary agent Sandy Lu

Sandy Lu has joined Anderson Literary Management as an associate agent, specializing in adult and YA literary fiction, commercial fiction with a literary bent, narrative non-fiction, history, psychology, sociology, science, and pop-culture.

 

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor of many more, elmams@shaw.ca, http://elmasalmanac.blogspot.ca/, http://www.elma03.com.