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Writing fiction is an ever-evolving challenge. Here are a few of the ones I use. Professional Associations Professional Associations are a great way to meet other writers. They offer conferences and classes to improve your writing and opportunities to hear best selling authors. You can find critique groups, writing contests, meet agents and editors. International […]
If you are interested in getting your book published, writing conferences are the place you need to get yourself to. A conference is where industry professionals gather. You’ll find agents, editors, published and aspiring authors in the mix. To get the most from writing conferences it is important get organized in advance. Most conferences have […]
Joanne Sinchuk, founder and manager of Murder on the Beach bookstore moved from Connecticut to South Florida to be warm. In 1996 she opened her bookstore in Sunny Isles Beach and relocated the store to Pineapple Grove in Delray Beach in 2002. Q: How did you decide to open an independent bookstore? They always say: do what […]
Bouchercon, pronounced [bough’•chur•con] is the World Mystery Convention. It’s the premier event for readers, writers, publishers, editors, agents, book reviewers, and booksellers. Bouchercon originated in 1970 to honor Anthony Boucher, the renowned mystery fiction critic, editor, and author. This year, the convention was held in St. Petersburg, Florida. I figured it would be the perfect opportunity […]
