Blogger: Rachel Kent
A few years back, I met with an author during a conference to listen to a pitch. Based on the short introduction to the manuscript, I had a few words of advice on how the author could …
Blogging with a Focused Approach
Blogger: Rachel Kent
A Books & Such client asked a great question on Facebook recently. She wanted to know what some experienced bloggers wished they had known before starting their blogs. The majority answered that they wished they had a …
Safety Tips for Authors
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 …