Writerly Rant #78 ~ By M.J. Moores. I think being an Indie Author is amazing. In fact, until recently I was certain I was one! But ever since I started doing my own publicity and marketing for my debut novel… Read More ›
traditional publishing
Editing Tip #71
Manuscript Formatting Secrets, Pt. 5 ~ One of the most basic formatting secrets to know is how to use breaks properly in your manuscript. A lot of first-time writers are unfamiliar with how to do this this… you get to… Read More ›
Perception & Publishing
I was at an author event last night, run by my local library, and a woman who writes science fiction – like me – was talking to me about my experiences with getting published. When I asked if she considered… Read More ›
Self vs. Traditional Publishing
Writerly Rant #50 by M.J. Moores, OCT. Author. Editor. Freelance Writer. The battle wages on – oh yes, it does – in my head all the time. I’ve done nearly two years of practical research into the world of DIY… Read More ›
Marketing & Publishing Traditionally
Publicity Tip #44 What is the secret of success for those multimillion dollar publishing contracts and viral sales in, well, any genre? You’d be surprised at the answer. After speaking with several authors, who publish with small and large presses,… Read More ›
The Canadian Literary Scene
Publicity Tip #18 Know thy market well… In a recent conversation with Literary Agent Sam Hiyate of The Rights Factory, I learned a lot about the Canadian Book market. The DL – if you’re a genre writer you will be… Read More ›