Before and After the Book Deal

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How to influence your book cover design
Strategies for giving feedback to your publisher that will get you listened to
Nov 16
Cover story: The author's role in book design
To what extent does an author get to control or even influence the cover of their book? Using my own books, let's discuss.
Nov 12
What is the copyediting process like for authors?
The bad habits, weird obsessions, and overly used gestures my copyeditor weeds out.
Nov 5
Workouts with Werner Herzog
Social media rallies to present the at-home workout class energy I want, but can not find
Nov 2
#FridayReads: Nine writers to watch
Introducing the 2025 Turning Points cohort- freshly back from the wilds of New Mexico
Oct 31
Rock bottom girl
A few words about this month
Oct 27
A beautiful place for a bad reason
Seagulls, broken bodies, and other postcards from a week in St. Malo
Oct 7
Bear with me
Some personal news and a personal ask
Oct 2
Before and After the Book Deal
Before and After the Book Deal
Real talk about the writing + publishing industry from an author who doesn’t want you to feel confused, bewildered, or alone. Plus: craft tips, reading recommendations, writing support + solidarity (unless you are a jerk to people in the comments).
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