Publisher’s Desk: It’s Not My Book Anymore
Surrendering to the inevitable. No matter how carefully we couch our criticisms and structure our support, sooner or later, we, as editors, hear writers thus opine. We brace ourselves for the inescapable complaint. It feels like a prerequisite of the writing process....Publisher’s Desk: Measuring Success
We last parted within the breached walls of Published Author, a citadel now reduced to rubble and chaos, standing firm together as we gaze up at that gleaming tower of Commercial Success. We mean to prevail against it, but dang! That’s one daunting pile, and, at its...Publisher’s Desk: The New Gatekeepers
True confession: not so long ago, I had a discussion with a promising young author about his current work in progress which is rather brilliant but needs refinement. Basically, he needs to spend more time honing his craft. I said, “Finish it up and submit it. I’d love...Publisher’s Desk: The Citadel
Once upon a time, in a land not too distant and a past not so remote, there existed a magical kingdom called Published Author, filled with worldwide acclaim, movie rights, and streets paved with gold. Although thousands of writers besieged the fortress,...
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