May 22, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
You’ve finished your manuscript, and you’re ready to pitch your novel to an agent. But how do you ensure your query letter will stand out from the...
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Aug 29, 2025 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Writing
There are no hard and fast rules for how long your book or story must be, but there are recommended word counts that can help you reach success. They...
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Sep 30, 2024 | by Fija Callaghan | Ask Novlr, Publishing
“I’ve often seen many publications and publishers often require a cover letter for submissions alongside the work itself. Do you have any advice on...
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Jun 3, 2024 | by Fija Callaghan | Publishing
So — you’ve done it! You’ve created a sparkling masterpiece of a novel, short story, or poem, and you’re ready to show it to the world. You know that...
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May 3, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Books, Publishing
If you’re planning to publish a novel, then there is no greater resource than the Writers’ and Artists’ Yearbook. Every year, Bloomsbury publishing...
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Nov 13, 2023 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
How do you find out if a literary agent is right for you? If you’re not sure, you’re in good company. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, but there...
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Oct 23, 2023 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
Writing a book synopsis is probably one of the hardest parts of the submission process when you’re finally ready to find an agent to represent you...
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Feb 10, 2023 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
Twitter has become a popular platform for the writing community. You’ll often find authors sharing their work, engaging with their readers, and...
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