Columns

Indie Press Spotlight: ChiZine Publications

Column by Keith Rawson

December 11, 2012 (3) comments

Come get a taste of the weird and brilliant with innovative Canadian press ChiZine Publications.

Say Cheese! 12 Terrible Photos of Bestselling Authors

Column by Joshua Chaplinsky

December 10, 2012 (11) comments

If a picture is worth a thousand words, these authors need a good editor, STAT!

Ask the Agent: Options For Novellas and More Advice on Query Etiquette

Column by Bree Ogden

Navigating the rough terrain of today’s publishing industry shouldn’t be a solo event. This week in Ask the Agent, I’ll explore and dissect two of the industry’s mysteries, straight from the shoulder.

UPDATED WITH WINNER: Workout Your Brain: Write a Sonnet (& Win!)

Column by Taylor Houston

December 10, 2012 (55) comments

Is your brain getting flabby from too much science fiction writing? Shake up your writing routine by trying out one of the oldest forms in the book. That's right--write a sonnet!

Why I Paid for a Book Review and Why I Won't Do It Again

Column by Erik Wecks

December 7, 2012 (2) comments

Paying for a book review can be attractive for an indie author just starting out. One author shares how the experience went a bit sideways for him.

Have You Been Good This Year? 10 Awesome Holiday Gifts For Bookworms

Column by Meredith Borders

December 7, 2012 (6) comments

The biggest, best, and most covetable book gifts this holiday season.

Why Netflix Makes You a Better Writer

Column by Rob Blair Young

December 7, 2012 (5) comments

Today's world of online streaming technology provides a powerful learning environment for hopeful writers. This article explores ways Netflix can educate writers and why you should care.