WriterCon The Business of Being a Writer with Jane Friedman
Apr 22, 2019
29:49
Bestselling writer William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Jane Friedman about her new book, The Business of Being a Writer.
News:
1) Tor introduces a new horror imprint.
2) Scribd offers new short-form works to its subscribers.
3) WattPad makes a deal with Sony to develop its stories into film.
Writing Tips
1) This may be the best time to publish your poetry--and start on Instagram.
Interview
Jane Friedman has been in the publishing world for more than twenty years, advising both writers and publishers. She is the co-founder of The Hot Sheet, an industry newsletter, and her new book is titled The Business of Being a Writer, in which she discusses how an author can integrate the creative and the business aspects to make both successful.
William Bernhardt will be leading a small-group writing retreat in Eureka Springs AR in July. For more information, visit: william.bernhardt.com
Start planning to attend WriterCon, the annual Red Sneaker writers conference in Oklahoma City. This year's conference will have the largest and most comprehensive lineup of guests and offerings yet, including three days of sessions, masterclasses, private consultations with authors and editors, private dining opportunities, contests, and much more. For information, visit writercon.org
News:
1) Tor introduces a new horror imprint.
2) Scribd offers new short-form works to its subscribers.
3) WattPad makes a deal with Sony to develop its stories into film.
Writing Tips
1) This may be the best time to publish your poetry--and start on Instagram.
Interview
Jane Friedman has been in the publishing world for more than twenty years, advising both writers and publishers. She is the co-founder of The Hot Sheet, an industry newsletter, and her new book is titled The Business of Being a Writer, in which she discusses how an author can integrate the creative and the business aspects to make both successful.
William Bernhardt will be leading a small-group writing retreat in Eureka Springs AR in July. For more information, visit: william.bernhardt.com
Start planning to attend WriterCon, the annual Red Sneaker writers conference in Oklahoma City. This year's conference will have the largest and most comprehensive lineup of guests and offerings yet, including three days of sessions, masterclasses, private consultations with authors and editors, private dining opportunities, contests, and much more. For information, visit writercon.org