Three books, two publishers, one year...
firstwriter.com – Tuesday July 31, 2012
In April 2011, Marion Grace Woolley found her first publisher through firstwriter.com's database of publishers. A year later, she has published three books with two different publishers, both from our listings.
firstwriter.com subscriber wins Ruth Rendell Short Story Competition
firstwriter.com – Saturday June 30, 2012
Christian Cook, a subscriber to firstwriter.com, has won the prestigious Ruth Rendell Short Story Competition. Run by InterAct Reading Service, an award-winning charity that aims to stimulate the minds of stroke patients through live readings, the competition is held biennially and is open to all UK residents. Christian (37), who lives in Street, Somerset, was presented with his award by Baroness Rendell at a ceremony in London.
How I got my book published - An interview with author, Stephen Nuttall
firstwriter.com – Wednesday May 30, 2012
Stephen Nuttall recently acquired a publisher using firstwriter.com's database of publishers. We asked him about his writing, and how he found success.
How I got a literary agent - An interview with author, Graham Soloman
firstwriter.com – Sunday April 29, 2012
Graham Soloman recently acquired a literary agent using firstwriter.com's database of literary agents. We asked him about his writing, and how he found success.
How I got a publishing deal - An interview with author, David Williams
firstwriter.com – Saturday March 31, 2012
David Allan Williams recently acquired a publisher using firstwriter.com's database of publishers. We asked him about his writing, and how he found success.
How I got my book published - An interview with author, James J. Garber
firstwriter.com – Monday February 27, 2012
James J. Garber recently acquired a publisher using firstwriter.com's database of publishers. We asked him about his writing, and how he found success.
How I got a literary agent - An interview with author, Eric Houghton
firstwriter.com – Sunday November 27, 2011
Eric Houghton recently secured a deal with a literary agency as a result of searching firstwriter.com's database of over 850 literary agents. We asked him about his writing, and how he found success.
Writers can reach multitudes
By James A. Haught
Editor Emeritus, The Charleston Gazette
firstwriter.com – Saturday October 29, 2011
In 2002, elderly Senator Robert Byrd of West Virginia gave fervent Senate floor speeches against the looming US invasion of Iraq. But the Washington press corps ignored him. He drew little coverage nationwide by newspapers, television news or wire services. Byrd's voice was mostly lost.
Navigating a virtual book tour
By Shelly Frome
Professor of Dramatic Arts Emeritus at the University of Connecticut
firstwriter.com – Thursday September 29, 2011
Like any venture, there are certain factors at play before considering a virtual book tour. Assuming, of course, the goal is to improve your “platform” beyond your friends and acquaintances on Facebook, etc. and your fans at the local bookstore. The first step then is to determine your niche. Otherwise the success rate via this particular promotional tool becomes more problematic.
How I got my book published - An interview with author, Marion Grace Woolley
firstwriter.com – Saturday April 30, 2011
Marion Woolley recently secured a publishing deal with a publisher she found in firstwriter.com's database of over 1,400 publishers. We asked her about her writing, and how she found success.
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