Writer Blocked
August 17, 2005 5:18 AM Subscribe
Authorfilter: A friend is seeking an agent and a new publisher. He can't seem to attract either. [MI}
He's a published author with 10 gay mysteries (a series). He wants an agent and a new publisher, but can't seem to get either. What can he do? If interested, here's a link to his website.
He's a published author with 10 gay mysteries (a series). He wants an agent and a new publisher, but can't seem to get either. What can he do? If interested, here's a link to his website.
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Maybe I need a writing instructor and an editor! :)
posted by jdroth at 5:28 PM on August 17, 2005
Maybe I need a writing instructor and an editor! :)
posted by jdroth at 5:28 PM on August 17, 2005
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I don't think your friend needs an agent and a publisher. I think your friend needs a writing instructor and an editor. He may be able to tell a story, but his writing skills need work. The excerpts I read are in desperate need of revision.
There's no shame in taking writing classes. I take them all the time at the local community college to keep my skills honed. I'm not a published author, but several of my classmates are. They continue to take community college level writing courses because they realize there's always room for improvement.
So, please don't take offense. I mean well. I just don't think your friend is ready to be published.
posted by jdroth at 5:28 PM on August 17, 2005