In my day job as part of a fundraising team for a large nonprofit, we have two big goals: acquisition and retention. I know, sounds exciting, yeah? But I promise …
One Thing Marketing: Using the ABCs of journalism to market your book
My reporting days may be behind me, but the ABCs of journalism are still embedded into my brain: Accuracy Brevity Clarity When it comes to marketing ourselves and our writing, …
Attending a writers conference: the hidden costs
A note from Susie May: Alena Tauriainen is one of my favorite aspiring authors – she’s a hard worker, creative and has a heart to press on in this journey. …
Techniques for Layering Emotion into a scene: Other People
“Hi Susie. Um, Susie?” Sally sat down in a chair opposite me, handed me a coffee. “Kathy said you’d forgotten this.” I took it, tearing my eyes from the woman …
Featured Fiction Friday Presents: Ronie Kendig
Well, the Frasier Winners have been announced. The hard work of the judges has decided the winners, and today we will take a look at the novel of another of …