When I first started to query agents with that (horrible) first edition of Devil's Blood, I threw my (equally horrible) query letter at any agent that represented fantasy and some that simply didn't say that they didn't want fantasy. In my mind, finding an agent = getting a huge publishing deal = fans, fortune, and … Continue reading Agents (I’ve Learned Things!)
Tag: writing
Being Cliche
Ever worry that you're being cliche and nothing you write is new? Yeah, me too. One thing I see in reviews is readers complaining that the book didn't surprise them - nothing felt new or different than any other book in the genre. The book was cliche - as in overdone. cliche = a phrase or … Continue reading Being Cliche
Five Books! Whoo!
So... I added the next two books in the Devil's Blood series to Goodreads. And, I had one of those "whoa" moments. I mean, this screenshot: Five books. I remember when one book was a dream. Now I've got five! Of course, only three are published, but I've got titles and dates for the next … Continue reading Five Books! Whoo!