by Pat Marcello | Feb 11, 2011 | Writing
Writing a book is tricky. You have so much research, and well… You aren’t sure what you need and what you can do without when you look at it in a big heap. It can make you crazy and scare you from writing at all. But don’t let it! As you’re...
by Pat Marcello | Feb 9, 2011 | Writing
OK, OK… I know you’re like, “What so exciting about research, especially organizing it?” Well, some of us like that. Really. I love it and have my own special means of organizing everything I find. I’m sure there are other ways, and maybe...
by Pat Marcello | Feb 8, 2011 | Writing
Life is complex and writing a book is a task that can seem terribly overwhelming. And regardless of whether you’re writing fiction or nonfiction, you have to do some research. You may think that’s not true, but think about it… If you’re writing...
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...
