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Ten Tips for WriteOnCon 2018

Write on Con is an online writing conference (that only costs between $5-15!) and it’s INCREDIBLE. You won’t believe the resources, insider tips, and feedback available for writers. Here are ten tips to help you get started.

*(If you're not registered yet, there's still time! http://writeoncon.org/)

To get the most out of the conference . . .

1.  Follow on Facebook and Twitter and sign up for the forums. You should do this before the conference even begins. You can even start posting in t...

POSTCARDS FROM VENICE–THE COVER!

More of Ella and Skyler's story will be here in 2018, but for now . . .

How about a first look at the cover?!

© Anabelle Metayer

Twelve-year-old Skyler is in for a summer of adventure in Venice, Italy, as she pursues a dream opportunity in this hilarious MIX novel that’s a companion to The BFF Bucket List.

AVAILABLE FOR PREORDER!

NO PLACE LIKE HOME’s Release Day!

Thanks for stopping by to celebrate! :)

Just in case you want your very own copy, or if you want one to give to a kid (or adult) in your life . . .

Amazon * B&N * Simon & Schuster
IndieBound * My local indie- Monkey See, Monkey Do

About the book . . .

Kenzie Rhines doesn’t have a home—she has too many. Her dad’s job keeps them flying around the country, which means “home” is whatever fancy hotel they’re currently staying in and “school” takes place 30,000 feet in the air. And since it’s j...

NO PLACE LIKE HOME Book Trailer!!

NO PLACE LIKE HOME releases tomorrow! To kick things off, I invite you to watch and enjoy the book trailer . . .

Available for Preorder …

Amazon * B&N *
Simon & Schuster * IndieBound 
My local indie- Monkey See, Monkey Do

It’s BEST. NIGHT. EVER.’s Book Birthday!!

“This eventful middle school dance is told from seven points of view by seven different writers. Under Malone’s editorship, they pull it off with seamless chemistry and strong character building. A fun, fresh take on a classic theme.” – Kirkus

”Readers will laugh as they learn of the misgivings, revenge, and eye-opening revelations that ensue. VERDICT Tweens interested in funny friendship drama will eat this one up.” - School Library Journal

* Get the book      

* Add it...

Cover Reveal!! THE FORGOTTEN SHRINE (Bounders 3) by Monica Tesler

A First Look at The Forgotten Shrine (Bounders 3) Cover

I am so excited to share the cover of The Forgotten Shrine, the third book in the Bounders series, my middle grade science fiction adventure series from Simon & Schuster.

One of my favorite things about writing a series is watching my characters grow up in the pages of the books. Their world views evolve, their friendships deepen or take different turns, and they start to edge farther from childhood and closer to young adulthood.

It’s...

Learn Scrivener at Midwest Writers Workshop!

Hey, Scrivener fans . . . What’s that? You’re not using Scrivener yet? Not to worry, this is for you too!

Scrivener is a writing program that makes it easy to stay organized AND it saves you time! Want to learn more about it? Check out my tutorials here.

OR . . . you can come to an amazing conference and join me at Midwest Writers Workshop in July! Okay, okay, I understand you might be there to see Angie Thomas (THE HATE U GIVE) or Becky Albertalli (SIMON VS. THE HOMOSAPIENS AGENDA) or all the...

Behind the Book with Jenn Bishop and her agent, Katie Grimm

For almost four years now—wow, time flies!—I’ve been represented by Katie Grimm at Don Congdon Associates. I found Katie the traditional way—good old cold querying—and now that two books are out in the world, we’re entering a new phase of the agent/author relationship.


JB: For many authors in their initial agent search, it’s all about getting that first book deal. But it’s what happens after that probably makes the difference between a career author and someone who publishes one book. How do...

Query.Sign.Submit.Debut! with Rachel Bateman

Rachel Bateman is a young adult author and her debut, Someone Else’s Summer is now available from Running Press! She is represented by Liza Fleissig at the Liza Royce Agency.

Connect with Rachel . . .

Website * Facebook * Twitter * Goodreads * Instagram * Pinterest

Get the book . . .

Amazon * Apple * Barnes & Noble * Books-a-Million * Google * Indiebound * Kobo * Powell’s 

QUERY

What advice would you give to querying writers?

Take a breath, go for a walk, close your inbox. It's so easy to d...

My Book Gear Secret ;)

I recently stumbled upon super-cute t-shirts and totes with some of my favorite books and characters on them. Now I wear them to book events and bring my Goodnight Moon bag to writing conferences. I keep forgetting that’s what I’m carrying when I hear, “I love your bag.”

(This Nancy Drew themed tote might be next on my list!) ----->

 

I still remember rushing into the school library on library day so I could get the one Corduroy book they had—if it hadn’t been checked out already. And...