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First, a moment of gratitude for you: this blog has become so special to us because we get to share winning strategies, stories from the trenches, and those projects we’re most excited about with a private, intimate group of writers […]
There are so many false insights and resources out there about querying, confusing writers and pointing them in opposite and conflicting directions. How can anyone make sense of it all, without a personal connection to an established author, editor, or […]
May! The unofficial start of summer – a time for longer days, fresh energy, and maybe even a little progress on that book you’ve been meaning to finish. With its lighter pace, early summer is the perfect moment to reset […]
What makes an idea big enough for a book? Whether you’re writing fiction or nonfiction, success starts with a concept that stands out. A big idea isn’t just interesting — it’s bold, timely, and built to grab attention, especially when […]
Will I find an agent to represent my book? What, specifically, does an agent do? At what point in the publishing process should I seek an agent? As Lucinda discusses with our friend and gifted editor Kelly Notaras at kn […]
If you’re writing nonfiction, you’ve probably wondered about book proposals—what they are, whether you need one, and how to write one effectively. This blog post is your ultimate guide to understanding and writing book proposals, including why they matter, what […]
When you send a query letter to an agent, you can be sure of one thing: it will land in an overflowing inbox alongside a deluge of other queries. It has to be compelling enough to stand out. First, so […]
You’ve often heard me say that the road to becoming a published author is a winding one. And it can be difficult to see the full picture—from penning your first drafts to seeing your book on shelves. Because I receive […]
Lucinda Halpern shared her latest publishing insights from this month. Read on to see her latest news, and if you’d like to receive her monthly newsletter directly in your inbox, sign up here. # # # You can be an author […]
Lucinda Halpern shared her latest publishing insights from this month. Read on to see her latest news, and if you’d like to receive her monthly newsletter directly in your inbox, sign up here. # # # If you are in the […]