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Report from BayCon 2019

28 May

My first ever BayCon! You’d think that, after living in the Bay Area all of these years, I would have gone before now. But, um, no. I was told that it was smaller than in previous years, but I had … Read More »

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WorldCon 2018 Reports: Listing

25 Aug

Here is a convenient list of all of my reports from WorldCon 2018: WorldCon 2018 Report: WorldCon, Here I Come! WorldCon 2018 Report: Day One — Getting Started in the Dealer Room WorldCon 2018 Report: Day One — Creating a … Read More »

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WorldCon 2018 Report: Day Five — Packing It All In

20 Aug

Monday is typically a slow day at WorldCon. For many people, it is a travel day back to wherever they came from. Dealers tend to start packing up early to avoid the crunch at the close of the convention. When … Read More »

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WorldCon 2018 Report: Day Five — Autographs: Spider Robinson

20 Aug

I waited in line for an hour and a half. I met some new people β€” and met up again with a few people from the line on Friday. Shortly after I arrived in line, I was informed by a … Read More »

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WorldCon 2018 Report: Day Four — Creating a Book Cover: Part 4

19 Aug

Lee will present the illustration to Elliott and Heather. While working through any small requested changes, they’ll contemplate type and line design of the book. Type, design, focus, the spine, and readability on the web will all be discussed. Panel: … Read More »

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WorldCon 2018 Report: Day Four — The Paths to Publishing

19 Aug

The publishing market continues to evolve with new technology, new business models, and an ever-changing ecosystem of publishers, booksellers, and distributors. Professional writers looking to profit from their work have more choices than ever. How do you choose between pursuing … Read More »

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WorldCon 2018 Report: Day Three — Which Road to Publication?

18 Aug

The road to publication has splintered into many twisty paths. Options have never been greater for aspiring authors, but navigating the choices has never been murkier. Where do you start? Indie, traditional publishers or small presses? What about Amazon and … Read More »

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WorldCon 2018 Report: Day Three — In Memoriam: Harlan Ellison

18 Aug

Harlan Ellison thrived on controversy, and left his mark on the professional and fannish sides of the community, for better and for worse. Join friends of Harlan in remembering this cantankerous, strange figure who even in death evokes strong feelings. … Read More »

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WorldCon 2018 Report: Day Three — Lady Dings the Prudes

18 Aug

Celibacy and Asexuality in Spider Robinson’s Callahan and Stardancer Books Sexual diversity is one of the strengths of Spider Robinson’s works. His characters engage in a variety of types of romantic relationships and sexual encounters, particularly at Lady Sally’s Place. … Read More »

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WorldCon 2018 Report: Day Two — Imposter Syndrome: You DO Deserve To Be Here

17 Aug

Imposter syndrome can often feel like being a side character in a horror movie: you know the monster is gonna get you, but you don’t know when. Many authors–from just starting out to long-time pros–experience imposter syndrome, especially people who … Read More »

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NnediNnedi Okorafor, PhD@Nnedi·
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Looks like it’s time to say this again. https://twitter.com/nnedi/status/1253342863347384321

Nnedi Okorafor, PhD@Nnedi

Also, a novella is not a "novel that's too short". Novellas are exactly the length they are meant to be.

Novellas are their own literary genre.

Other novellas:
Binti
Of Mice and Men
Animal Farm
The House on Mango Street

Etc.

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CassRMorrisCass Morris ✨@CassRMorris·
16 Jan

Hey, I wanna see something:

RT this if you're a published author or other publishing professional who has, at some point in your life, written fanfiction.

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arleysorgArley Sorg@arleysorg·
15 Jan

It's Friday!πŸŽ‡

Yes, you should put down some words this weekend. Glad you asked.

Reminder: Everyone gets rejections.

Rejections *don't* mean you are a bad writer.

Do the work to make your story the best it can be.πŸ‘©β€πŸ’»

Then, do the work to get it into the hands of readers.πŸ’Œ

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NnediNnedi Okorafor, PhD@Nnedi·
13h

Looks like it’s time to say this again. https://twitter.com/nnedi/status/1253342863347384321

Nnedi Okorafor, PhD@Nnedi

Also, a novella is not a "novel that's too short". Novellas are exactly the length they are meant to be.

Novellas are their own literary genre.

Other novellas:
Binti
Of Mice and Men
Animal Farm
The House on Mango Street

Etc.

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CassRMorrisCass Morris ✨@CassRMorris·
16 Jan

Hey, I wanna see something:

RT this if you're a published author or other publishing professional who has, at some point in your life, written fanfiction.

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arleysorgArley Sorg@arleysorg·
15 Jan

It's Friday!πŸŽ‡

Yes, you should put down some words this weekend. Glad you asked.

Reminder: Everyone gets rejections.

Rejections *don't* mean you are a bad writer.

Do the work to make your story the best it can be.πŸ‘©β€πŸ’»

Then, do the work to get it into the hands of readers.πŸ’Œ

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