Although the new 17th edition of The Chicago Manual of Style has not, to my knowledge, affected the viability of my Proofreading Secrets of Best-Selling Authors, there have been a few changes I want to pass on to you. I blogged about some punctuation additions last week. Here are some guidelines changes about commas that […]
I have been eagerly anticipating the release of the new 17th edition of The Chicago Manual of Style … and anxious to find out if any changes were made that affect the viability of my Proofreading Secrets of Best-Selling Authors! Since the new edition officially came out this month, I haven’t had a chance to […]
While new writers are filled with the best intentions, there are some common mistakes they typically make: 1. Unrealistic expectations. Writing seems to be the only art form in which beginners expect immediate success. Just because you can read and write, that does not mean your words are ready for publication. I love to sing, […]
Discouraged by the daunting task of seeking publication with a major publishing house, but not ready to resort to self-publishing? Many small traditional publishers are open to new writers, accept unagented submissions, create attractive book covers, market the books they publish, and pay real royalties … without charging authors anything. You can find these publishers […]
My husband and I love going on hikes to see sequoias. (Did you know these trees are the largest living things on earth? And they only grow in California!) We started with the usual tourist attractions in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Then we branched out to lesser-known groves with well-maintained trails but smaller […]
It’s my pleasure to have my dear friend Cynthia Ruchti as a guest on my blog today! Cynthia is the author or over 20 fiction and nonfiction works, drawing from 33 years as the writer/producer of a scripted 15-minute radio broadcast. Her books have been recognized by many industry awards and she’s a frequent speaker […]
A warm welcome to my guest blogger, Steve Laube! Steve is the president and founder of The Steve Laube Agency and also serves as the Publisher for the Enclave Publishing imprint of Gilead Publishing. — Katie Dale asked, “I am wondering at what stage should I have my memoir edited? After I have an agent? […]
Last Sunday, my pastor read Matthew 27:50–54 as part of his sermon. As I read this familiar passage, I noticed something that jumped out at me and surprised me. The NLT says that the moment after Jesus “gave up his spirit,” the curtain in the Temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The […]
