MORE WORLD’S WORST BOOK PROPOSALS
Lots of reader response to last week’s “World’s Worst Book Proposals”…
Freelancers Can Benefit by Using PR Consultant Resources By Laura Bell
Some writers tend to look down their nose at the PR side of the world of publishing. I can remember in journalism school how PR folks were referred to as flacks. The real truth is that journalists and PR consultants are really after the same thing…
Should I Create My Own Email Marketing List? NO!
I had an exchange with an author this week about email marketing…
Self-Confidence Is More Than Skin Deep By Doris J. Niemann
Did you know the often quoted saying “beauty is only skin deep” isn’t true…
DAY 14: Bulging Tire
We spent the day driving to Erie, Pennsylvania and, when we arrived, Richard did what he always does. He walked around the RV, checking the tires and everything else. He came back inside with bad news. One of our tires had a bulge. It could blow out sideways at any time. This was a repair item we couldn’t ignore or delay…
Read all the details (and see pictures!) here:
https://www.wirelesstrips.com/day-14-bulging-tire
This week’s Maxism:
“I like to get caramel stuck in my teeth because then I can lick it off.”
Hugs to all!
Angela
MORE WORLD’S WORST BOOK PROPOSALS
Today, I’m going to share another installment of our popular column, World’s Worst Book Proposals. Yes, we can learn from others’ mistakes! Featured below are real quotes from book proposals submitted to me over the past few months.
Letters To The Editor For September 15th
Letters will return next week.
WHY I REJECTED EXAMINER.COM By Stephanie Ann
Writing is a business and writing for examiner.com doesn’t appeal to the businessperson in me…
Don’t Get Cutesy With Book Titles
I’d like to play with the words in my title, using Whole instead of Hole. Even though it will be grammatically incorrect, it implies a double meaning to readers.
I am afraid if people try to order it they will not know what to type in, or may misspell the real title. What should I do?
Don’t Reject Yourself By Beth Hering
“I’m absolutely perfect for that position.” I’ve had that thought after reading a job ad more times than I can count – only to sit around waiting for an offer that never comes. Relying on landing that golden opportunity can cost a freelancer valuable income, so I’ve learned to toss my hat into many rings […]