I just sent out my manuscript to a number of beta readers and thought I would share some thoughts on the process. First thing, you should be sharing a fairly polished manuscript. You want them to read it as if it's a completed novel. While your beta readers may be fellow writers, they don't have … Continue reading What to Ask Your Beta Readers

Twas the nocturnal period before Christmas, when under the roof, Not a creature was stirring, not even a Poof. Hosiery was meticulously suspended by hooks on the wall, In anticipation of visitation from St Nicholas would soon befall. The offspring were nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of bousou spread danced in their … Continue reading Twas The Night Before Christmas…On Mars

Let's face it, if you're a writer you are going to run into rejection. Even the very best writers have incurred some form of rejection in their career. It can happen when peers critique your work, when manuscripts rejected by agents and publisher or when readers leave a bad review or comment. Rejection hurts. It's … Continue reading Writers Need To Be Able to Deal With Rejection