If writers find these events a bit dry, imagine the experience for someone who isn’t part of the industry.
Agony Editor: It’s never too late to read to your friend’s book
The reason you are thinking of reading your friend’s book is because he read yours and reached out to you – and to be frank, that’s what good friends do.
Agony Editor: Check in with yourself before checking out your sale numbers
Writing isn’t about the books you sell; it’s about the readers you reach.
Agony Editor: When in doubt, just say, ‘Thank you for reading’
You can drive yourself up the wall by attempting to decipher the meaning behind people’s words, but it’s a futile exercise.
Agony Editor: Engage with social media based on your own feelings, not external pressures
If there’s no value or enjoyment for you in Twitter, shut it down.
Opinion: Canada’s term of copyright extension is good news for authors and readers
Canadian rights-holders will now be able to compete internationally on a level playing field by enjoying the benefits of the longer term of protection in markets outside of Canada.
Agony Editor: To overcome awards season disappointment, remember why you started writing
The good news is that awards aren’t the reason you became a writer.
Agony Editor: It’s best to swap honesty for kindness with novelist friend
You don’t have to love a friend’s book to love the friend.
Agony Editor: Navigate publishing friendships with tact
As with the art of writing, you need to choose your words carefully and be thoughtful about your audience.
Agony Editor: Choose honesty over ‘bestseller’ claims
Consider how you represent yourself to readers. Not only do they need to trust that they’re in good hands while reading your work, they also need to trust that you’re representing yourself authentically.
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