Blogger: Rachel Kent
When your book is published, you are a public persona. You suddenly have fans, and people from all over contact you. Your publisher expects you to put yourself out there as much as possible on the Internet …
Quotes to Inspire Your Writing Life
Blogger: Rachel Kent
Here are some quotes about writing that I love. I hope you enjoy them, too!
Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world. –Albert Einstein
People on the outside think there’s …
Be Sure to Write a Different Book Next Time
Blogger: Rachel Kent
A multi-published writer mentioned in conversation with another author that she always makes the heroes in her books look like actor Harrison Ford. You know, the ruggedly handsome, Indiana Jones-type. She claimed that her readers never noticed …
Great Bible Verses for Christian Writers
Blogger: Rachel Kent
Here are some verses that are wonderful for everyone, but I believe they can be especially helpful for Christian writers. I put a little line about when I think they could be helpful, but they could apply …
A Visit to the Bookstore
Blogger: Rachel Kent
I’m beyond excited that my nephew asked for books for his birthday! He turned 14 on Sunday. I looked and looked for books that I thought were just right for him and then decided I couldn’t be …
Rejecting Submissions is the Worst Part of the Job
Blogger: Rachel Kent
Believe it or not, agents don’t actually enjoy rejecting submissions, but it’s part of the job. I think it’s my least favorite part of my job. I often do all of my rejection emails and letters on …
The Books & Such Client Retreat
Blogger: Rachel Kent
We are heading to Charleston, SC for the Books & Such client retreat tomorrow! We are so excited for this time and it’s a great place to connect on many levels. Here are some of the reasons …
The Music of Holy Week
Blogger: Rachel Kent
As we celebrate and remember what Jesus did for us this week and throughout the weekend, I find myself looking forward to singing my favorite songs of Good Friday and Easter. Lyrics are an extremely powerful version …
Are you a flexible or focused writer? Or both?
Blogger: Rachel Kent
At Books & Such, we love all types of writers. But today, I’d like to tell you about two specific types. Each one has its pros and cons.
The first is The Flexible Writer.
The Flexible …
How long will it take for my book to release?
Blogger: Rachel Kent
The other day I received an email from a potential client asking me if I would have an answer for him about representation quickly because he was counting on his book releasing from a traditional publisher this …