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What Makes the Creatures, Crime & Creativity (C3) Con so great? Check out this class that bestselling thriller author Jeffery Deaver gave at the 2017 Con: his 13 Rules for Writing Commercial Fiction: https://lnkd.in/gNEtUsa

Last week, one of my author-clients paid me a most unusual but rather lovely compliment. “I love that you take the light that is my message, and reflect it into the book we are creating. You are like the moon,” he wrote. In the publishing universe, authors may be the sun—radiant sources of creativity, illuminating the literary landscape with their stories and wisdom. But behind many of these shining beings stands a quieter force, like the moon to their sun: the ghostwriter. Check out my blog post https://wix.to/xsh3BoE #newblogpost #ghostwriter #bookproposal #manuscript #nonfictionmanuscript #bookpublishing #publisher #nonfictionwriting #publishingdeal

I am pleased to share an insightful interview with literary agent Kim Lindman, featured on our blog. Kim, who represents a range of genres including upmarket and literary fiction, offers valuable perspectives on what makes a submission stand out, common pitfalls to avoid, and her current manuscript wishlist. She discusses her journey from a copyeditor to an agent and contracts manager at Stonesong, and provides practical advice for authors seeking representation. Kim also highlights the importance of a strong author platform and shares some recommended reads that captivated her attention recently. If you're an aspiring writer or a publishing professional, this interview is a must-read for understanding the intricacies of the literary representation process. Explore the full interview here: [Book Broker: an interview with Kim Lindman](https://ift.tt/H5ZtVbI).

Pro tip from Jane Friedman: “Prepare [for your literary agent pitch meeting] by overpreparing.” Check out her pointers for what fiction and nonfiction writers should hit on during your chat: 👉 https://lttr.ai/AYfHS #literaryagents #amwriting #writersconferences

10 common mistakes fiction writers make and how to fix them.

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I have an essay in here about writing what you know.

The world of literature is a vast and diverse realm. It encompasses countless stories and narratives that have captured the hearts and minds of readers throughout history. However, behind many of these beloved books lies a hidden secret: the art of ghostwriting. Ghostwriters are the unsung heroes of the literary world. These skilled artisans collaborate with authors to bring their ideas to life. In this article (click link within the comment section), I will explore how a ghostwriter can help you with dialogue, narration, story structure, and description. In addition, I'll help you find the right way to start and end a book.

I have an article in this excellent collection on the craft of writing. Check it out!

Your ideas, our expertise—let's create magic together! At United States Book Writers. We specialize in turning your visions into literary epics that captivate hearts and minds. #LiteraryMagic #USBWPublishing #StoryCrafting #BookWonders #IdeasToEpic