Jun 10, 2019 | On Writing
These days, it’s all about The Big Idea. That’s what publishers are looking for. Think Hollywood, with more words. As an agent, I hear this every day from editors: I really like this story, but…. …but it’s too quiet. …but it’s too old-fashioned. …but it’s too...
May 18, 2015 | On Writing
Go epic or go home. Ground your story in time and place. Let the girl who can’t find love find it right under her nose. When your heroine must choose one thing or another, let her figure out that there’s always a third option that may let her live her life...
Nov 24, 2014 | On Writing
“I awoke this morning with devout thanksgiving for my friends, the old and the new.” —Ralph Waldo Emerson Happy Thanksgiving! In the spirit of the season, I’d like to give thanks to books, my friends old and new. Here are the top ten writings for...
Nov 21, 2014 | On K-9s, On Writing
Telling stories and selling stories—as a writer, editor, and agent—that’s how I spend my days. And most nights, truth be told. I’m one of the lucky ones. I truly love my work—and would do it whether I got paid or not. (Which is just as well, since not getting paid is...
