Do I need an agent?
P. writes: Do you use an agent/did you use one when submitting your first novel for publication? Do you think one is necessary for hammering out a contract? If an editor asks you for a revision of your unsolicitied mss,
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Paraphrasing a dozen or so emails: Will there be more in Days of Swine and Roses/Silent Blade/ A Mere Formality worlds? Will there be a novel set in Days of Swine and Roses/Silent Blade/ A Mere Formality worlds? Why don’t
...read moreA quick note on libraries
We got a couple of emails about getting books from libraries and I just wanted to drop a really quick note about it. Never, ever, ever apologize about getting a book from the library. Library is a place dedicated to
...read moreOh for the love of God!
Madeline writes: “Please, please, please release Magic Bleeds on Kindle format. I live in a small town. We don’t even have a bookstore! The closest bookstore is half an hour away, and it takes too long too order the print
...read moreSigning and Interviews
Several people emailed questions: i’m in NZ n u guys don’t do signing here, do u? any plans in Australia? I was wondering if y’all ever come out around Florence, AL for book signings Right now we have a signing
...read moreNovel Length and Writing Questions
R writes: I had a question about word counts. I’m trying to figure out what the proper format for a manuscript is and came across a snag. What would you consider to be an average word count for your books
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Disclaimer: All of the information below is based on my personal experience and that of my friends. Your mileage may and will vary. Price Question: And on the earlier post you mentioned how much you make on a average book.
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Deadlines
Disclaimer: All of the information below is based on my personal experience and that of my friends. Your mileage may and will vary. Deadlines Question: I am curious about deadlines, as I’ve read a lot of complaint/comment on them by
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First, thank you so much for all the show of support on the delay post. Gordon and I really appreciate it. We read every comment and it’s so nice to hear that you guys don;t think we’re totally nuts. Just
...read moreQuestions From The Forum
M writes: Magic Bites: 260 Magic Burns: 260 Magic Strikes: 310 On the Edge: 336 (according to Amazon) I noticed some series start out small paperback and eventually turn into decent sized hardbacks (Dresden Files and Mercy Thompson come to
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