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Query Letters: Don’t Do This
Several don't exist for query letters, and entire books have been dedicating to perfecting the art of querying agents and editors. That being said, as I am a literary agent writing this blog post, I have several examples of things that would fit in that don't category that I see most often. We've...
5 Elements of a Great Query Letter
When it comes to querying, there isn't one perfect query formula that will always capture the hearts of agents and publishers alike. However, most agents and editors will want to see certain formulaic elements that appear in winning queries, like the ones listed in this article. Since many queries...
Interbrews 27 – The Witcher Ep 5-8 SPOILER FILLED Review
Part 2! Toss a coin to this great review of Episodes 5 - 8 of the popular streaming show The Witcher on Netflix. With insights by two authors, enjoy this great episode! Listen here: In this episode: What did Britt think about the Witcher's voice? What were the strengths and weaknesses of the last...
Interbrews 26 – The Witcher Ep 1-4 SPOILER FILLED Review
Based on books and very popular video games, the Witcher was adapted into a TV show and hit Netflix running. It's become one of the most streamed show ever, and Steven Faletti and MB Mooney give their writers' perspective on the first four episodes. LIsten here: How did the Witcher series compare...
The Best Writing Conference Pitch
No doubt, nothing stresses out writers more than having to pitch to agents and editors in person. After all, in ten minutes, we have to boil down into mere sentences projects we've worked on for years. And if we lose their interest, we might miss an opportunity to jump over the slush pile. So what...
Interbrews 25 – Alyssa Roat w/ Mountain Brook Ink Publishing
Time to talk with a publisher! Author and friend Alyssa Roat works with Mountain Brook Ink, a publisher of fiction that is looking to increase its fantasy and science fiction lineup with a contest open this month. Listen to this great interview with Alyssa and get more info on the contest if...
The SW Proposal Formula
An agent or editor asked you for a book proposal. Now what? Here we’ll outline the necessities for a winning book proposal.
Brew & Ink Podcast – s5 ep15 – The Singularity FINALE
Mitch and Jinn have made it to the CORE. Will they be successful in revealing the Federation's violent and corrupt secrets to the universe? Will they even survive? Check out this great finale written and read by Steven Faletti! Listen here: Steven Faletti reads the finale of The Singularity!...
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