by Pat Marcello | Feb 7, 2011 | Writing
I remember when my job was editing. It’s not a simple job. You’re not 100% certain how your audience will react to certain pieces that you approve for publishing or how many people will buy a book you recommended be published. You just have to listen to...
by Pat Marcello | Feb 6, 2011 | Writing
In everything you do, there’s a slow way and a fast way. Personally, I’m a preparer. I like to figure out what I’m going to do and then, execute my plan. That’s what writing great query letters is all about. So, in case you’re the...
by Pat Marcello | Feb 5, 2011 | Writing
New writers tend to cringe when they hear about query letters. They seem so “non-creative,” and so business-y and lacking in entertainment value. But lemme tell ya… Writing query letters can be a blast! At least, they are for me. You see, I’m a...
by Pat Marcello | Feb 4, 2011 | Writing
That’s never been a problem for me, and query letters, but selling work before it’s done does scare some people. You can always create an outline of your idea first, if that makes you feel more secure. But let me tell you… Once you start writing...
by Pat Marcello | Jan 30, 2011 | Writing
So, let’s talk about you as a reader, right? What makes you sit up and take notice when you’re reading a magazine or newspaper? Your personal interest zone, right? I mean, if you’re all into animal rights, stories about animals will probably pop out...
