NEWSFLASH!: a Dear-Editor.com Giveaway – a FREE picture book edit!
posted 9/30/10Dear Readers…
By popular request, to celebrate the six-month anniversary of Dear-Editor.com, the Editor is giving away a FREE EDIT of one picture book manuscript. Deadline: October 10, 2010. Read on for rules….
Click here to read the answer...re: Time to Trash My Manuscript?
posted 9/28/10Dear Editor…
I have been sending out my middle grade fantasy. I was writing to my 8 year old but the 2 rejections I received speak about voice. I myself am moved by the voice in children’s books and can certainly attain A GOOD voice in a new book, but should I throw this one away? Believe the two rejections?
Sincerely,
Gemini
Click here to read the answer...re: Do I Have to Read When I Sign?
posted 9/19/10Dear Editor…
I was wondering if doing readings of your work at book signings is something you’re required to do as an author?
Sincerely,
Megan
re: Writer Credentials
posted 9/17/10Dear Editor…
I’m writing a picture book and when putting together my manuscript I understand I have to include a bit about my writing credentials. Problem is – I don’t have any! Is this a barrier to entry or mean I’ll be subject to greater critical analysis than a published author?
Thanks,
Navigating Novice
re: Are Three Pens Better Than One?
posted 9/7/10Dear Editor…
Two writer friends and I have collaborated on a mg novel. Are editors leery of taking on collaborations and working with three authors and three agents? Is there a preferable way to package our talents so that we can be marketed as a team versus individuals?
Sincerely,
Natasha
Click here to read the answer...re: Should Flashbacks Be Feared?
posted 9/1/10Dear Editor…
In my critique group my fellow authors warned me about the dangers of flashbacks in fiction. They suggested a prologue, but I have heard that prologues can also be deadly to a manuscript. Can you give me some advice on this matter?
Many thanks,
J
