“The editors wrote back, specifically asking about my sexual orientation. I replied that journalism is only about accuracy, presenting facts in an understandable manner, and leaving readers with lasting memories about the presentation….”
I already had an artist design the cover of my book, and the inside of it, too.
Oh, yes! We know you’re excited!! Today, we’re going to share another installment of our popular column!
Getting scammed is a painful experience. Here are 5 writing scams that prey on desperate freelancers.
No-one opens these packages, nor replies to the emails, even if these come directly from publishers.
I know it’s tempting. Like a lottery ticket…except FAR more expensive in the end!
While hiring someone on the cheap might be tempting, don’t do it.
If Netflix was actually interested in your book, they would not send you such a generic letter.
I was spammed this week by an organization that hosts book fairs. Of course, it’s all online again this year. No in-person meetings. No people walking around viewing books laid out on tables. Nobody shaking hands with literary agents. You know. It’s really…nothing of value to authors AT ALL.
I’ve been duped a time or two – in various ways and means. And, I’ve mastered a few valuable lessons along the way.
