Blog Archive
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Questions for the Blog?
May 16, 2018
I have a short list of questions that I’ve received as comments that I will be answering as blog posts, but if you have a question you’d like to have answered on the blog or something you’d like me to talk more about do not hesitate to leave a comment here or email us at […]
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The Anatomy of a Book Deal: Creating an Editor List
May 15, 2018
Long-time BookEnds client Heather Webber, who also writes as Heather Blake, suggested a series of blog posts on the Anatomy of a Book Deal that highlights the many steps agents take from the time a client’s book is ready to the time it is sold. Today’s post will be about how an agent chooses which […]
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Welcome to BookEnds, Gin Jones!
May 14, 2018
I’m thrilled to welcome USA Today bestselling author Gin Jones to BookEnds! I can’t wait for you to read her next cozy mystery (and no, I didn’t just sign it up because of the adorable barn cats, although they were a plus). In the meantime, enjoy learning more about her today on the blog. ~Rachel […]
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Welcome to BookEnds, Amber Huang!
May 11, 2018
If you’re not drawing, what would we catch you doing? I would most likely be playing with my cat, tending to my plants, relaxing at Starbucks, or playing games. What’s the last book you read? I’m not sure if this counts as reading material but I recently picked up Rainbook. It’s an art book […]
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A Guide to Talking Books with Literary Agents
May 10, 2018
Conference season is upon us and with it lots of times to mingle and network with agents (although we prefer “mingling” over “networking”). It’s inevitable when meeting anyone at a conference that talk is going to turn to what you’re reading, in fact, it’s often the best introduction you can make. What forever amazes me […]
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Welcome to BookEnds, Ginny Wiehardt!
May 09, 2018
I’m so thrilled to welcome middle grade author Ginny Wiehardt to #TeamMarchini! On my personal blog, I’d talked about the type of middle grade that I’m looking for back in February, and Ginny’s book has all of it. It’s a family story, a friendship story, and a story of a girl grappling with this place […]
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Slow and Steady Wins the Race–Even in Publishing
May 09, 2018
Another lifetime ago I ran the New York Marathon and from my first run (a 3-mile run walk, the longest I’d ever gone), to each 18-mile run in between, and the final 26.2 miles I had one mantra–slow and steady wins the race. These words ran over and over through my mind with each step […]
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Introvert Power is 10!
May 08, 2018
When Jessica asked me to reflect on the 10 years since INTROVERT POWER first hit the bookshelves, what came to mind are my new favorite cartoons – cartoons like Introvert Doodles, Where’s My Bubble, and INFJoe– cartoons featuring introverts doing and enjoying introvert activities, like reveling in solitude, nature, or finding refuge in bookshelves at […]
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Welcome to BookEnds, Kate Collins!
May 07, 2018
What genres do you write? Read? Naturally, I love the mystery genre, but I’m also a fan of humor, biography, and history. One of my favorite books, a story I’d never have picked up had it not been for my book club, is DEAD WAKE: THE LAST CROSSING OF THE LUISITANIA, by Erik Larson. I […]
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This Month From BookEnds… May 2018!
May 07, 2018
We’ve got a lot of great things forthcoming from BookEnds this month, and we’re excited to share them with you. So without further ado… MONTHLY SPOTLIGHT: THE DIVA COOKS UP A STORM, by Krista Davis (5/29) Amazon | Barnes & Noble When a trendy, underground dinner club leaves some guests six-feet-under the table, entertaining professional […]
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Welcome to BookEnds, Nadia Afifi!
May 04, 2018
Science fiction author Nadia Afifi joins BookEnds, represented by Naomi Davis. Tell us a bit about your writing process. Where do you write, and how often? I typically write at home, although I’ll scribble down thoughts and ideas wherever they strike – on airplanes, during my lunch break, when I’m out for a walk. When […]
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The Importance of Query Critique Groups
May 03, 2018
BRYAN FAGAN APRIL 18, 2018 AT 9:12 AM EDIT The other day I experienced a fascinating bit: I helped a writer with their query. I suggested trimming a few lines, I added a few more and overall she was extremely pleased. When it comes to doing my own I’m pretty sure I’d rather drink a […]
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