In the past few weeks, we’ve talked about putting your proposal together: What to include in a book proposal How to write your author bio How to write a synopsis of your novel How to write a synopsis of your nonfiction book That covers the minimum you can include in …
Tag: Conference Preparation
Finding the right editors and agents to pitch
One of the most important reasons to attend a writers conference is the opportunity to meet directly with editors and agents to pitch your manuscript. It’s been my experience that pitching in person has a much greater success rate than sending query letters. By “success” I mean getting a request …
How to Design a One-Sheet
Also called a pitch sheet, a one-sheet is basically an advertising flyer for your book. Many writers use them at conferences to help break the ice with agents and editors, as I mentioned in my post about what to bring to a writers conference. Designing a one-sheet is relatively easy. …
How to design your writer’s business card
A professional business card is the one thing you must have, especially when you are attending a conference. You do not want to be scribbling your contact info on Post-it notes or torn-out notebook pages. There are lots of places to buy business cards: any of the big-box office supply …
What to take to a writers conference
Getting ready for a writers conference can be a little nerve-wracking, but it needn’t be. Conferences are important to your professional progress, but no one conference is a make-or-break experience. It’s just one link in the chain of your career. Still, you want to prepare. There’s a lot to do …