Yes, it is possible to have a job you love to do. But it may take some work to get it…and some risk, too. Is it worth it?
For Suzanne Buckingham Slade the answer is yes. Most definitely yes.
Archive for January, 2007
It’s a Fact: Opportunities Exist in Non-Fiction-Suzanne Buckingham Slade
Posted in Children's, non-fiction on January 28, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Comedy Writing Takes Serious Work-Glenn Earich
Posted in comedy writing on January 24, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
There’s a formula to comedy writing, says Glenn Earich who teaches at Second City in Chicago and Improv Playhouse in Libertyville, Il. It’s possible to teach (and learn!) what makes something funny. But there’s a special ingredient—
Extra! Extra! Community Newspapers A Good Place For Writers-Michael Bivona
Posted in Journalism, Publicity on January 13, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Community newspapers are an important part of a writer’s life for obtaining publicity, freelance assignments, and developing a voice. For Michael Bivona, newspapers have also provided a career.
Want Publicity? 3 Insiders Tell How To Get It
Posted in Publicity on January 6, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Your manuscript has been published. Now it’s time to let the world know why you’ve been incommunicado these past two years—or more. Yes, it’s time to promote your book with help from Larry Lough, Debbie Hoffman, and Jan Dundon.
Personal Stories Speak to Everyone
Posted in Children's on January 2, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Listening to writers share their stories gives us the special gift of learning how they strive to master the craft and how they balance life. At the SCBWI Prairie Writer’s Day, I asked writers how they stay motivated… inspired… and keep writing.
Our guests are Laura Ruby, Carmela Martino, Aliess Kime, Barbara Rosenstock, Juliet [...]
