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As our week-long challenge comes to an end, it’s time to talk about the writing itself. One might think that publishing would be all about…

When you set out to write your book, social media probably wasn’t at the forefront of your mind—in fact, the concept of a platform may…

Welcome to the second day of the Lucinda Literary Challenge! Today is all about comps. Comparative titles, known in the industry as “comps,” are key…

When you embark on a road trip, you usually do so with a map in hand and a clear idea of where you want to…

There’s a reason that most New Year’s resolutions are dead in the water by February: it’s extremely difficult to self-motivate and self-discipline. Writing a book…

One of the most common hurdles for aspiring authors is the difficulty of juggling writing with their careers, their families, or both. Even if you…

You have your big idea. Maybe you’ve written your whole book. But how long will it take you from query to book deal to bookshelf? …

Recently, Lucinda went on Leveraging Thought Leadership with Peter Winick and Bill Sherman. She dispelled myths that first-time authors have about publishing: Having a literary…

Are you feeling confused about publishing advice? Let’s chat! We’ve gathered together a few of the recent questions we’ve heard from you and the (actual)…

It’s a wintry day in Manhattan. Imagine you and one of our agents are meeting near the famous Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center over a…

Serial entrepreneur Dawn Dickson-Akpoghene’s BUILT DIFFERENTLY: An Outlier’s Guide to Building a Multi-Million Dollar Business on Your Own Terms,  BUILT DIFFERENTLY is a guide for entrepreneurs hoping…

You’ve landed on a book idea. But how can you tell if your story will sell? When it comes to creating a big book idea,…