What are the most important aspects of a story, what do Editors look for, choosing the right Editor for you, what if you’re a bad fit, do you need a polished series, do you need an agent, is it hard to read for fun as an Editor, and closing thoughts.
Tag: traditional publishing
Short Fiction Expanded – A DisConIII Panel
This #DisconIII panel discussed:
Got a short story that you want to turn into a novel (or a novel that you want to pull shorts out of?) Here are a few things to consider.
– The difference between writing shorts versus Novels
– 5 approaches for turning shorts into a novel
– What changes are acceptable when you novelize a short?
– Authors who have done it
– Best for pantsers or plotters?
– Respectful ways to sell that short story
Why I’m Trying To Get Traditionally Published Instead of Going Indie
know I’ve answered this in drips and drabs throughout my discussions on getting an agent, but I figured I’d address this head on, today.
What is ‘traditional’ publishing, the steps necessary, and who the traditional publishers are.
What the other options are.
And why I still wanna go traditional, at least for now.
Warning Signs for New and Independent Authors
A #Balticon55 panel.
It’s a jungle out there for new writers. Here are:
1. Things To Watch Out For
2. What Should Be In A Short Story Contract
3. Horror Stories and Near Misses
4. Resources and closing thoughts
Or, watch the 55 minute panel in full on youtube.com/BaltimoreSciFi
Getting — and Staying Published
There are things writers can do to make things easier on themselves — or harder, once they find themselves ready to publish.
Which route do you want to take?