Letters To The Editor For September 18th

Published on September 18, 2013

Letters will return next week. …

My Time With BookLocker Was Well Spent

Published on September 11, 2013

Angela, After publishing two books with you (BookLocker.com), I have had five novels traditionally published in the UK and three published in the US, with more on the way. My time with you was well spent. Ronald M. Wade https://www.wadespy.com …

Nine-Year-Old (Almost) Penalized for Reading Too Many Books?! WHAT?!?

Published on August 28, 2013

Wow. Give that librarian a smack up the back of the head. My sister was telling me about a neighbour's daughter who had participated in some important efforts in her school - citizenship-type stuff. She'd worked her butt off and had excelled, for which she was awarded a certificate of achievement. BUT the school decided that, instead of awarding prizes on the stage at graduation, they would make the awards privately and quietly to the winners. This was so the kids who didn't win - that is, didn't work as hard - wouldn't "feel bad". The daughter's reaction to this was, "Well, I guess I won't be working at this next year. Why should I? I didn't get any recognition." Failing to reward excellence because it might make others feel bad is a crock! Thanks for sharing that story, Angela! Elizabeth Creith ~~~ Hello Angela, I'm with you on giving the deserving child the prize for his great efforts. Carolyn R. Wilker FineTune Editing Copy Editing & Proofreading ~~~ Just read your headline article and it really struck a nerve with me!! I read all of the comments as well and I think I will share this article on Facebook!! I, too, was a voracious reader at that age! I won every single book reading contest that came along. Then, in eighth grade, I had to write a book report on the sun. I read half a dozen books, and the encyclopedia, and wrote my report for which I received an 'F'! I was stunned! I cried all the way home. I had worked so hard and studied the subject and I thought I had done a good job - I couldn't understand why I failed the report. My mother contacted the teacher who told her she did not believe I had written the report myself. Of course, my mother explained to her that I did write every single word, that I read numerous books and studied hard. In the end, she changed my grade to an A-. Not a straight A, but an A minus!! She was one of those teachers/adults who was not able to see the potential in her kids. She was a hard liner who believed that children can only accomplish so much in a certain time frame and that if they should exceed, they must be cheating. At least Tyler is getting some clear appreciation for his accomplishments and some well-deserved attention. I do feel sorry for the librarian. She probably wants the other children to succeed, yet she doesn't understand how to motivate them into trying harder. Just because they do not have the ability that Tyler shows doesn't mean they are less, it just means they aren't at his level. And, even if they do have the ability, it is the children who have chosen not to fully engage. Anyway, just wanted to share that with you...I can read a book a day easy - even now. I just don't have time! I've stayed up all day and all night with a good book...then hating it when I've finished it...I want it to continue!! Best Regards, Susan Kaplan-Williams …

WRITERS ANSWER – How much would YOU write for? – Readers Respond

Published on August 21, 2013

Hi Angela, Sorry I didn't get to your column last week, so would like to comment now. My beef is with all of the writers - many of them professional, career writers - who send their stuff to the Huffington Post for FREE! I was at the National Society of Newspaper Columnists conference last month and I was astounded by how many people submit to that outlet. It is not like they need the "exposure" so I don't know why they do it. Thanks for letting me question and rant! P.S. …

Letters To The Editor For August 7th

Published on August 7, 2013

This Week:

• Angela Angers a So-Called "Publisher"
• I'm Quitting Freelancing but Thanks for the Memories!

BookLocker’s Painless Publishing Process

Published on July 31, 2013

Thank you so much for making this as 'painless', yet convenient publishing experience. You guys should be proud of another quality job well done. C.J. Peterson Strength From Within The Call To Duty ---- Dear Angela, I am very pleased I decided on Booklocker. Thanks for your frank advice, timeliness and honesty. Let the games begin! John Olson El Berdo …

Your Free Copy of How to Be a Freelance Writer

Published on July 17, 2013

Angela, Thanks so much! Your free download on "How to Be A Freelance Writer" is truly a treasure! I have written an article that was published in a local periodical, which is a springboard for my career in freelance writing. I was totally unaware on how to approach magazine editors and you have "unlocked that hidden treasure" for me. The Write Markets Report is also new information I will peruse to gain insight into the "freelance writing world," as well. I look forward to receiving your mailings. Thank you so much! Arnita EDITOR'S NOTE: To receive your free copy of How to Be a Freelance Writer, subscribe to WritersWeekly here: https://writersweekly.com/subscribe.php …

Letters To The Editor For June 26th

Published on June 26, 2013

This Week:

• You Made (Self-Publishing) Easy and Fun
• Won a Grab Bag Prize in the Spring 24-Hour Short Story Contest!

The Quarterly 24-Hour Short Story Contest is FUN!

Published on June 19, 2013

Dear Angela, It was fun to receive the update on the Spring Short Story contest, thank you. I read all 3 winning stories - great choices. Thank you for helping me get back into writing again. Since my debut in the last contest, I've tried to write a bit each day and hone my skills. I appreciate all the info you provide on your websites, too...helpful and inspiring. Thanks again, Susie …

Thanks!

Published on June 5, 2013

Just got my free book in the mail today and it looks great! Can't wait to dive in! Thanks again! Valerie Bordeau Winner of the May 22nd WritersWeekly Trivia Contest Contests are held weekly so check back each Wednesday for the trivia question. …

Pleased With BookLocker.com

Published on May 29, 2013

Hi Angela, et. al., Got the shipment of books Thursday, and have already begun selling them. I was amazed at how quickly they arrived. I am very pleased with your process from the beginning to the present. Thank you for all of your assistance. One very happy customer, Laura Lander Chapters From the Farmhouse Journal: Tales of Synchronicity and Grace The encouraging and inspirational personal narrative of the process of decision, affirmation, and providence surrounding the life transition that is the event of a second divorce. …

Books That NOBODY Should Publish

Published on April 24, 2013

I had never had reason to return a Kindle book until I made the HUGE mistake of ordering two "best sellers" from a writer. The summary sounded somewhat interesting so I thought I'd see what a "best seller" was since I'd not heard from this author before. What a disaster... …

Books That NOBODY Should Publish

Published on April 17, 2013

Hi Ang, I don't KNOW why some sleezy publishers print horrible books, but I certainly have a strong suspicion. Judging from some of the trash I've seen published by "other" P.O.D. companies, they must not even read the books they print. I say this because many of them look like they've been edited by a first grader. I realize P.O.D. authors are responsible for their own editing, but I know BookLocker would NEVER agree to publish some of the junk that I see coming from your competitors. I'm glad you maintain your high standards, Ang. It benefits all of us who choose to go with the best. Jacquie McTaggart If They Don't Learn the Way You Teach...Teach the Way They Learn A collection of Language Arts materials, practices, methods, booklists, Websites, teaching tips, and technology aides that appeal to and motivate today's student learners - with a heavy emphasis on males and what it takes to get them engaged. …

How to Compile and Publish an Anthology – Part II

Published on April 3, 2013

I know a young woman, daughter of a good friend, who entered a nursing school masters degree program many years ago. Evidently, as part of it, students must read a selection of writings by various academics (I think) who wrote significant articles, books, etc. on the history of nursing. It was a big nuisance, copying from this and that library source. She instantly saw it as an idea for an anthology... …

A Large Canadian Publisher Owes Me Money. What Can I Do?

Published on March 27, 2013

Regarding the complaint on Feb. 27, 2013 of a non-paying Canadian magazine - Canadian local BBBs are, if anything, tougher and faster than in the USA. Bill Phillips …