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There Be Dragons Here: Thoughts About Running a Small Press

There Be Dragons Here: Thoughts About Running a Small Press

  • Post author:Jason Gillikin
  • Post published:June 21, 2020
  • Post category:Business of Writing/Publishing
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Publishing is a tough business. It's rewarding, to be sure, but the hours are long and the revenues are miniscule. But if you have the fire in the belly to help the next generation of literary talent find its voice — wonderful!

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Six Nuggets of Advice for Novelists New to Publishing

Six Nuggets of Advice for Novelists New to Publishing

  • Post author:Jason Gillikin
  • Post published:January 2, 2020
  • Post category:Publishing
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Write often. Study the craft. Avoid vanity presses. Build a platform. Read the guidelines. Find a writing group. THEN, celebrate success.

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Multiple and Simultaneous Submissions

Multiple and Simultaneous Submissions

  • Post author:Jason Gillikin
  • Post published:October 18, 2019
  • Post category:Publishing
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Think carefully about the pros and cons of engaging in multiple and simultaneous submissions. Acceptance barriers aren't always someone else's fault.

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5 Tips for Writing for the Literary Market

5 Tips for Writing for the Literary Market

  • Post author:Jason Gillikin
  • Post published:September 16, 2019
  • Post category:Publishing
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If you can position your work solidly within a constellation of known sellers, you’ll more easily convince a hesitant agent to advance your manuscript.

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