Simcha Jacobovici speaks
The controversy over the “discovery” of the bones of Jesus and his family has stirred passions. Simcha Jacobovici, noted documentarian and co-author of THE LOST GOSPEL, speaks out. Here’s a link to the NBC clip: http://www.nbcnews.com/science/science-news/geologist-revives-controversy-over-jesus-tomb-n336251
Query Letter Tips: How to address a query letter to a literary agent
It seems simple, right? It’s just a salutation. What could be easier? But actually, in the digital age, addressing any business letter, not to mention a query to a literary agent is not as obvious as it might seem. Whether you are sending an e-mail query or an old-fashioned snail mail letter, here are some […]
Celebrating Green: ST PATRICK OF IRELAND, Philip Freeman
Ireland’s patron saint has long been shrouded in legend, but the true story of St. Patrick is far more inspiring than the myths. In St. Patrick of Ireland, Philip Freeman brings the historic Patrick and his world vividly to life. Patrick speaks in his own voice in two remarkable letters he wrote about himself and […]
Where I Write: Theresa Kaminski
This edition of “Where I Write,” our series in which authors share their favorite writing spots, is from historian Theresa Kaminski. “While I was growing up, this secretary was in the corner of my parents’ dining room, and my father used it as his home office. With six people crowded into a small ranch house, […]
Guest Post: Selling a Seller–Writing a Killer Overview in a Proposal, John Paine
The beginning section of a nonfiction proposal is called an Overview.* Its function is to attract an acquisitions editor’s interest in a book. If the Overview does not do that job, he may not bother to read the other sections. He reviews hundreds of proposals a year, after all, and his time is valuable. […]
Biblical Conspiracies on Vision TV, Tie-In to THE LOST GOSPEL
Award-winning documentarian and bestselling author of The Jesus Family Tomb, Simcha Jacobovici, has never shied away from controversy. His latest series, which aired on Discovery Science in the States and is currently on Vision TV in Canada, features fascinating, and at times, explosive discoveries. You can view the series online at the link below, and […]
Where I Write: Kerstin March
This entry in our “Where I Write” series is from Kerstin March whose debut, Family Trees, will be published by Kensington in Spring 2015. “Although I have a desk to file my research and drafts, my favorite place to write is also my favorite place to read… my favorite chair in our living room. And today, […]
How to communicate with your publisher
Congratulations! You have a book deal. You are so excited. Suddenly, there is complete silence. Your literary agent, who had communicated regularly during the submission process, appears to be have moved on. Your new editor, who seemed so eager to buy the rights to your book, does not reach out. What to do? First, be […]
Meet the Guardian Herd Cover Artist!
Jennifer Lynn Alvarez ran this great interview with the artist who drew the eye-catching jackets for her GUARDIAN HERD series from Harper Collins Children’s. We loved it so much we begged her to let us share it with you. Find out how David brought our hero Star to life. Jennifer: At what age did […]
5 Easy Things You Can Do to Avoid Rejection
It’s widely known that agents (and editors) are inundated with queries and submissions. I scroll through my query inbox at least once a week and probably reject 98% of what comes in. Some of these rejections might have been avoided, at least leading me to consider the query seriously. Here are some obvious common mistakes […]