Monthly Archives: February 2012

Full Throttle Vs. Itinerary Writing

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Tim Kane

The real question is, how do you vacation? Do you pick a dot on the map, book your flight and go, hoping to figure out the details when you get there? Or do you plan your trip, researching locales, and … Continue reading →

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In Praise of Good Enough

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Tim Kane

I was vacuuming the other day and the Dyson ad popped in my head. I have a standard vacuum with two fixed wheels, so yes, turning corners is difficult. Yet my vacuum, a Shark running a little over a hundred … Continue reading →

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How to Count Words Like a Writer

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Tim Kane

Most beginning writers count pages. Agents, editors, and seasoned writers count words. What’s the difference? Well, counting pages doesn’t matter much unless you plan to print your book on 8 1/2 x 11 inch paper straight from your printer. Most … Continue reading →

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How to Accept Literary Criticism

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Tim Kane

Often writers don’t know how to be critiqued. I find myself biting my tongue when acrid comments come my way, but I know this is all a process. Here are rules to live by for critiquing. 1. Don’t Argue with … Continue reading →

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Agents Advocate Simultaneous Submissions

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Tim Kane

This is the every present question on author’s minds: Exclusive query or simultaneous submissions. Most of us worry enough about this that we either go totally exclusive or skip the query all together. My first experience with how most agents … Continue reading →

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