Category Archives: Industry News

Top (Funniest) Tweets on ’50 Shades of Grey’

Posted on May 23, 2012 by
50 Shades of Grey

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Before you ask … NO, I haven’t read it. But that doesn’t mean it’s not blog-worthy. If you haven’t heard about “50 Shades of Grey” yet, you might as well be living in a cave … an ice cave … … Continue reading →

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From Social Media to Hollywood Writing: True Story!

Posted on March 22, 2012 by
Lucky

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So, have you heard about James Erwin, the writer who made it famous from Des Moines, IA, because his Reddit post landed him a writing gig for Hollywood? Mashable wrote an article about him earlier this week (which is why … Continue reading →

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Special Post: Anthem Exposition Seeking Submissions

Posted on March 18, 2012 by
CW-Anthem-Author-Button

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I’m very excited to have been invited as a regular contributor—or “Featured Anthem Author”—at the Anthem Exposition. And my first post was featured this weekend, as such, “From ‘That Skinny Girl’ to Weight Watchers” (if you want to hop over … Continue reading →

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News and New Media: Check Out this Hot Project!

Posted on January 19, 2012 by
The Daily Source

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I first learned about The Daily Source because they followed me on Twitter. Just another wannabe online news outlet, I initially thought. Boy, was I wrong! After checking out their follower count (20,000+), I decided to give them a follow-back. … Continue reading →

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Kindles: Writer’s Best Friend, or Worst Enemy?

Posted on November 10, 2011 by
kindle and books

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My boyfriend asked me if I want a Kindle for Hanukkah this year. “What?” I responded, almost offended. “Why?” I felt horrible immediately, because he was just trying to be attentive. You see, I’ve been reading a lot lately, and … Continue reading →

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Snatching Success: Q&A w/ Bestselling Novelist, Bruce Cameron

Posted on August 25, 2011 by
W. Bruce Cameron is the New York Times bestselling author of 8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter which was turned into the hit ABC series (starring the late John Ritter) that continues to run in syndication, 8 Simple Rules for Marrying My Daughter, and How to Remodel a Man. He has twice received the National Society of Newspaper Columnists Award for Best Humor Columnist and was recently named Best Columnist of the Year by the NSNC. His nationally syndicated column is published in more than 50 newspapers. Cameron’s fiction debut, A DOG’S PURPOSE, is a New York Times, USA Today, and Los Angeles Times bestseller and is soon to be a major live-action film from DreamWorks Studios.

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How many of us writers dream of making it onto the New York Times Bestseller’s list? For Bruce Cameron, that dream came true with A Dog’s Purpose—soon to be a DreamWorks movie, too. I actually heard about Bruce’s “novel for … Continue reading →

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Have You Heard? New Social Network for READERS

Posted on July 5, 2011 by
Computer Reading

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If you’re a new author trying to publicize your book, a gold mine just landed before your eyes. All you have to do, is reach out and grab the riches. I’m talking about the new “inReads” social network, which celebrated … Continue reading →

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From Hot Journalist to Retail: Q&A with Author Caitlin Kelly

Posted on June 20, 2011 by
Caitlin Kelly

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Ever wonder what those big-time New York City editors look for in a story pitch? Or how successful authors pulled off a great book deal? Today, journalist and author Caitlin Kelly shares some of her secrets as a former senior editor … Continue reading →

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Q&A: Jane Friedman, Former ‘Writer’s Digest’ Publisher, Tells All

Posted on May 2, 2011 by
Please welcome Jane Friedman, former publisher of "Writer's Digest" and publishing industry expert. Check out Jane's new ebook, "The Future of Publishing: Enigma Variations" (link at end of article).

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I have a VERY special treat for you today. Jane Friedman, former publisher of “Writer’s Digest” and publishing industry expert, agreed to a Q&A for “Rogue Writer.” Jane took time from her busy schedule to answer 10 questions, so that … Continue reading →

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Barnes & Noble Welcomes Self-Published Writers? Yup!

Posted on March 1, 2011 by
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For the first time ever, self-published authors may have a shot at placing their books on the shelves of Barnes and Noble–so to speak. This news, reported in a Feb. 24 article published by GalleyCat on Mediobistro.com, comes right as Borders … Continue reading →

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Write for a Cause! ‘Writers for the Red Cross’ Launching

Posted on February 10, 2011 by
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Calling all writers who want to make a difference! The Red Cross needs you. My local chapter of the Red Cross, knowing of my writing reputation, pinged me on Twitter with information on a new national Red Cross campaign that … Continue reading →

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Internetics Anonymous—Creative Minds: Beware

Posted on January 12, 2011 by
Internetics Anonymous

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The world of psychiatry has a new addiction disorder to jumble our brains even more. And creative minds: beware. It’s called “Internet Addiction Disorder.” I read about this new baby from an article published by Norton Cybercrime News called, “Is … Continue reading →

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