Annalisa Parent Summea speaks with Stephen Oliver, Writing Gym member and prolific science fiction and fantasy novelist about turning publication dreams into reality, the Writing Gym’s approach to editing manuscripts, and more!
In this episode, you’re going to learn:
You’ll want to be sure to download the free resource guide, How To Get a Publishing Deal, for this episode that will walk you through the magic of dreaming big, and why there’s no better time than the present to pursue your writing goals, so take a minute and download resource guide at www.writing-gym.com/dreambig. Don’t forget the dash!
Stephen Oliver is a member of the Writing Gym and a science fiction and fantasy novelist. He was previously a software engineer, but he always knew he was destined to become an author. Join us in celebrating Stephen!
How do I write believable characters?
What if character outlines aren't working for me?
How can I finally finish writing this book well?
In this week's Audio Writing Tip, Annalisa answers the question, "What is the best way to develop characters?"
Annalisa Parent Summea speaks with Sara Wigal, Director of Publishing at Belmont University about the timeline of a book getting published and what publicity and marketing for your books looks like, and more!
In this episode, you’re going to learn:
You’ll want to be sure to download the free worksheet, The End is Only the Beginning, for this episode that will walk you through how to implement these concepts in your own writing life, so take a minute and download it at www.writing-gym/dive. Don’t forget the dash!
Sara Wigal is an Assistant Professor of Media Studies and Director of Publishing at Belmont University. She is also the Fundraising Chair for the Next Chapter Society which supports the programming made possible by the Nashville Public Library Foundation. Wigal has been published by The Tennessean, Publishers Weekly, and Writer's Digest.
Are you a 'Pantser' or a 'Plotter'? Do you explore through action or do you write a character sketch? Maybe there is a deeper question at hand, how do you find your best writer?
In this week's Tuesday Writing Tip Annalisa answers the question, What is the best way to develop character?
Annalisa Parent Summea speaks with Barbara Pattee, Writing Gym member and author about the importance of encouraging feedback, her growth as a writer since joining the Writing Gym, and more!
In this episode, you’re going to learn:
You’ll want to be sure to download the free worksheet, Never Give Up On Your Writing, for this episode that will walk you through how to implement these concepts in your own writing life, so take a minute and download it at www.writing-gym/nevergiveup. Don’t forget the dash!
Barbara Pattee is a Writing Gym member and author. She has previously published poetry, short stories, and memoir pieces.
It’s Worth the Struggle: Inspiration for Contemporary Writers
“On the Shores of Detroit”
Writer’s Digest Conference
See Barbara demonstrate the book the she’s reading (youtube)
In this week's Tuesday Writing Tip, Annalisa answers the question, "How do I find reliable resources to move towards publication?"
Annalisa Parent Summea speaks with Rachelle Gardner, a literary agent with Books & Such Literary Management about pairing a business mindset with a writing mindset, the importance of your author platform, and more!
In this episode, you’re going to learn:
You’ll want to be sure to download the free worksheet for this episode, It’s Not Just About the Book that will walk you through how to implement these concepts in your own writing life, so take a minute and download it at www.writing-gym.com/standout. Don’t forget the dash!
Rachelle Gardner is an agent with Books & Such Literary Management, representing both fiction and nonfiction. She’s been an agent for 12 years and currently represents an impressive list of 75 bestselling and award-winning authors
Writers often struggle with providing their manuscripts to professionals in fear of their idea being stolen. Do I ask for a signed agreement? Do I get a copyright? What prevents them from taking my work?
In this week's Tuesday Writing Tip Annalisa answers the question, How can I trust the Agent or Publisher with my Manuscript?