Cold Calling Agents
I can only speak for myself. I’d rarely recommend cold-calling an agent. Agents generally do not answer their own phones. Even if they do, they reserve phone calls for conversations with editors and others at the publishing houses where they either already have deals or hope to make a sale, as well as with their […]
3 Books in “Bod Squad” Series, Gabra Zackman
A projected series of humorous romantic suspense for the 20 and 30-something audience by debut author, actor and popular audiobook narrator Gabra Zackman. The first of three books, GAME ON, features sassy and sexy undercover operative, Susanna “Legs” Carter and her investigative team. Part caper, part mystery, hilarious and hot, the series will appeal to […]
Staying in Touch with Your Agent, Editor and Publicist
I’m often surprised to see how quickly, once a book has been published, an author falls out of touch. Perhaps the author feels that he or she doesn’t want to bother me, that I’m super-busy. While I am always very busy, I love hearing from authors even long after their books have been published. I […]
When to Submit to a Literary Agency: It’s Like Baking a Cake
Submissions are a bit like baking a cake. You don’t want to send out your proposal or manuscript until it the toothpick comes out clean. While it may be tempting to jump the gun (yes, I am mixing my metaphors here), you want to show your work in the best possible light. If you are […]
Therapy for the Sane: How Philosophy Can Change Your Life, Lou Marinoff
Now Available in Trade Paperback and E-Book, from the author of PLATO, NOT PROZAC! Professor Lou Marinoff’s first book, the international bestseller Plato, Not Prozac!, drew on the wisdom of the great philosophers to solve everyday problems, launching a movement that made philosophy useful again. Now, in Therapy for the Sane, he takes the concept […]
Body of Work: Finding the Thread That Ties Your Story Together, Pamela Slim
FIND THE CONNECTIONS, SELL YOUR STORY, REINVENT AND RELAUNCH YOUR BRAND These days it’s increasingly rare to have a stable career in any field. More and more of us are blending big company jobs, startup gigs, freelance work, and volunteer side projects. We take chances to expand our knowledge, capabilities, and experience. But how do […]
Stress-Free Discipline, Sara Au and Peter Stavinoha, Ph.D
From the authors of Stress-Free Potty Training, this guide for parents struggling with discipline issues blends developmental, emotional and practical expertise, to offer a holistic and positive approach to avoiding or defusing difficult situations and stopping bad behavior that will prepare parents to handle every problem that arises in a calm, stress-free, confident and loving […]
Book of the Week: The New Frugality, Chris Farrell
What’s your New Year’s resolution? Some of us stand to be inspired and guided by THE NEW FRUGALITY, a new approach to spending and saving. Author Chris Farrell is resident personal finance expert and economics editor for American Public Media’s Marketplace Money. Drawing on his extensive knowledge base and conversations with listeners on Marketplace Money, […]
It’s a Book Tree!
Thanks to Elaine Orr for posting this fabulous photo on Facebook from BookMarks Book Festival in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Best of all, it features Elaine’s novel, A DIFFERENT SUN. I’m tempted to recreate a book tree at home. No falling needles to worry about! –Joelle Delbourgo
The Unofficial GIRLS Guide to New York, Judy Gelman and Peter Zheutlin
Visit Hannah, Marnie, Jessa, and Shoshanna’s favorite haunts in The Unofficial Girls Guide to New York. More than just a travel guide, The Unofficial Girls Guide to New York delivers an in-depth look at Girls’ physical and cultural landscape. Stop in at Café Grumpy and learn how to make a French press coffee the way […]