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...
