Blog Archive
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Getting the Most from a Writers’ Conference
Jul 05, 2018
Readers ask: I’m going to RWA this summer and there is a discussion in my local chapter on what to expect. How do you approach a conference? I would love to hear the answer to this one, too! I’m going to SCBWI in August, and frankly, I’m a little terrified. First, there is nothing to […]
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Your Generosity Astounds Me–Thank You
Jul 04, 2018
As most of you now know, on June 21 BookEnds took up the initiative to help support kids separated from their parents and being held at the border by raising money in the best way we know how–offering query critiques. The money we raised will be divided between a number of organizations through Act Blue. To […]
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Handling an Offer of Representation
Jul 03, 2018
I have talked a lot about the best ways to handle an offer of representation, about how an author can take that initial offer and turn it around into the best offer–to ensure that you are signing with the agent that is best for you. My most recent post on the subject can be seen […]
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Welcome to BookEnds, Essa Hansen!
Jul 02, 2018
Naomi Davis welcomes science fiction and fantasy author (and Sound Designer) Essa Hansen! Tell us a bit about your writing process. Where do you write, and how often? Between 5-8AM before I head to work is my prime writing time. I’m rested, it’s quiet, and there are no distractions. Either the sun is just coming […]
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This Month From BookEnds… July 2018!
Jul 02, 2018
We’ve officially kicked off summer, and we’ve got some great books for you to take on your adventures! Take a look at all things BookEnds coming this month! We are also thrilled to announce our Youtube channel is up and running! Please take a look. We hope it’s both useful and entertaining! Monthly Spotlight: […]
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Welcome to BookEnds, Dr. Victor Strasburger!
Jun 29, 2018
I’m delighted to welcome Dr. Victor Strasburger to BookEnds! He writes nonfiction using his three decades of experience in pediatrics and adolescent medicine. He’s published fourteen books, including one novel, and has appeared on The Today Show, Oprah, CBS This Morning, among others. Please join me in welcoming him to BookEnds! What book do you wish you […]
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Choosing to E-Publish
Jun 28, 2018
A reader asks: I came across a list of eBook publishers. No agent required. I’m looking for a home for my debut novel. This is tempting. Your thoughts. Any time you publish a book you will be considered published, whether you self-publish, publish with a small press, or publish with a big five. How the […]
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#AskAgent – “Is it okay to make your YA protagonist 14 years old?”
Jun 27, 2018
“I have a question for you! Is it okay to make your YA protagonist 14 years old? I’ve been given conflicting answers to this question. One agent said I should age my protagonist up to 15 because it’s really hard to sell a 14 y.o. YA protag. Another agent told me that I should write […]
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How I Pitched Laura Bradford’s Portrait of a Sister
Jun 26, 2018
Laura Bradford has been a long-time client at BookEnds. She started her career with us publishing category romance, moved on to become a national bestselling author of cozy mysteries and finally realized her dream of writing women’s fiction with today’s release of Portrait of a Sister. In a new series about the pitches that got […]
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Guest Post: Julia Bennet’s Query Process
Jun 25, 2018
When I wrote my first query letter, I was deeply grateful to all the authors who’d shared their successful letters on the internet. It would seem wrong somehow if I didn’t share mine. This wasn’t the first manuscript I queried. Although I got very lucky (as you’re about to see) I’ve spent quite a bit […]
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Welcome to BookEnds, Rachel Taylor!
Jun 22, 2018
I’m thrilled to welcome a fellow Rachel to BookEnds. Of course, it wasn’t her name that made me offer representation, but her fantastic YA historical fantasy novel which pulled me into her world and wouldn’t let go. Enjoy learning more about author Rachel! ~Agent Rachel What do you love about writing HISTORICAL FANTASY? I love doing research, but I also […]
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BookEnds Raises Money to Support Kids at the Border
Jun 21, 2018
I was raised to be a woman who speaks my mind, who speaks out against injustice, and who stands up for the rights of others. I work with an incredible team at BookEnds who believes the same. We believe it is our responsibility to stand up for what we believe and for the rights of […]
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