Blogger: Rachel Kent
I was look
ing back at some old December blog posts for inspiration, and came across one about favorite Christmas ornaments. I previously posted about this ornament from Yellowstone National Park. Back in 2011, my husband and …
Authors Speaking at Schools: What would you present?
Blogger: Rachel Kent
Yesterday, my daughter had an author come to her school to give a presentation. Envelopes were sent home before the event so parents could buy an autographed book in advance (nice for the author!). I am not …
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How to get your book in shape after NANOWRIMO.
Blogger: Rachel Kent
Are you participating in NANOWRIMO this year? I know at least two of my clients are. I hope you are all doing well with meeting your daily goals!
As you work toward finishing your manuscript, it’s important …
Christmas books! And a chance to win a book!
Blogger: Rachel Kent
Our clients’ Christmas releases are starting to arrive at the office. A couple of weeks ago, we received agency copies of:
Wyoming Christmas Quadruplets by Jill Kemerer
The Victorian Christmas Brides Collection with stories by Books & …
My Journey to Books & Such
Blogger: Rachel Kent
Recently, I have had a couple of people ask me how I became an agent. It’s a story I like to share because I can see God’s hand in the whole thing.
A favorite book led me …
Be ready for marketing opportunities.
Blogger: Rachel Kent
Have you seen this video? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbsZohEMn38
It’s a grandma reading to her baby grandchild. The book they are reading is The Wonky Donkey by Craig Smith. This video has gone viral, and if you watch it you’ll …
Genre Mashup
Blogger: Rachel Kent
I’ve had books like Pride & Prejudice and Zombies on my mind recently. (I actually own an autographed copy of that book–it was a gift and the giver knew it was a funny one.) The writer (re-teller?) …
The Fun of Reading to Children
My daughter started Kindergarten today! I can’t believe we are here. She was so excited to go in to class and is so excited to learn. She’s already reading pretty well and is getting to the place where reading is …
Does Good Writing Even Matter Anymore?
Blogger: Rachel Kent
Platform! Platform! Platform! It’s all we ever hear these days. You can’t get published if your platform isn’t strong enough. Do you have good endorsements? Have you put together a marketing plan? These items can be so …
Is your proposal/book ready to submit?
Blogger: Rachel Kent
Recently, I’ve received a few query letters for top-notch ideas, but when I look at the proposal or manuscript, I realize the author shouldn’t have submitted the project yet. The idea and bones of the book are …