by Michelle | Sep 25, 2012 | agenty stuff, authors, editing, my authors, publishers, publishing, respect, writing
For some odd reason, every time I try to come up with a title for blog posts, a related song pops into my head. Today’s edition? Matchmaker, matchmaker, make me a match . . . Why this song? you might ask. Because I consider one of my most important...
by Michelle | Jul 15, 2012 | agenty stuff, authors, diversity, I like, MSWL, publishing, rant, reading, respect, storytelling, writing, YA
I’ve kept largely quiet on the commotion surrounding comedian Daniel Tosh and a woman in the audience who said he joked about how funny it would be if she were gang raped. The resulting debate is disturbing in many ways,* as the (largely male) negative response...
by Michelle | Jun 25, 2012 | bookselling, Michelle's books, publicity, publishing, reading, self-promo, writing
I should mention that 1) that’s not me on the front cover, and 2) my last name is pronounced “witty,” though that isn’t a big deal. Hey, at least it’s closer than...
by Michelle | May 23, 2012 | agenty stuff, authors, publishing, querying, respect, writing
In the relatively short time I’ve been an agent, I’ve noticed something that makes me smile and sigh at the same time: the paralyzing fear some writers experience when they query agents. To them (and you) I say: Relax. It’s okay if you make a small...
by Michelle | May 1, 2012 | agenty stuff, authors, kidlit, MSWL, NA, not for me, publishers, publishing, querying, rant, self-publishing, writing, YA
I’m getting questions from writers curious about why I’d specifically say I’m weary of paranormal romance and dystopian, so let me explain. By the time a book hits the shelves, it’s already old hat for agents and editors. Most fiction is...
