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Emily Bryan's Blog – January 2010 Archive (8)

Hunks in History

Join me today for a look at men's fashion during the Regency at… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on January 28, 2010 at 7:22am — No Comments

When I sold my first book, I was surprised to learn that I needed to promote it. And clueless about how to do it. Since then I've learned a couple things about promotion, I'd like to share and I'm hoping you'll do the same. I know there are some marketing experts out there, so don't be shy. Please join me at… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on January 26, 2010 at 7:21am — 2 Comments

Brainstorm with a NYTimes Bestseller!

I've got a huge treat for you today! Angie Fox is on my blog--www.emilybryan.blogspot.com. You probably remember her debut novel, THE ACCIDENTAL DEMON SLAYER, which hit the NYTimes list. I've talked her into sharing a few of her tricks of the trade with us. Trust me, if you're a writer you want to know what this smart, talented… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on January 25, 2010 at 6:04am — No Comments

Writing Contest for All Genres, All Authors

Check it out! The Pacific Northwest Writers Association is having their annual literary contest and it casts a wide net. I posted the details at www.emilybryan.blogspot.com.

With 12K in prize money and tons of categories (read: not just romance), it's definitely worth a look. And it's open to published authors as well!

Happy Writing,

Emily

STROKE OF GENIUS, coming May 25th

What kind of Genius are YOU? Take the… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on January 22, 2010 at 7:32am — No Comments

Bagging a Trophy Bull

After my post on Monday about the Death of the Slush Pile, I promised to follow that depressing bit of news with a blog about how to find an agent. So I've posted my 10 Commandments for the Agent Hunt at www.emilybryan.blogspot.com . If you have questions about finding the right agent, or something to add that might help someone else, please pop over and leave a comment!

Happy Writing,

Emily…

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Added by Emily Bryan on January 20, 2010 at 6:38am — No Comments

Death of the Slush Pile

Clive Cussler pretended to be an agent in order to land his dream agent and avoid the slush pile. He wrote a letter to the person he wanted to represent him, claiming to be a retiring agent, and suggesting he take a look at this promising new author, Clive Cussler, whose submission just came in. Surprisingly enough, the ruse worked and both Cussler and his agent were happy… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on January 18, 2010 at 6:19am — No Comments

Free Online Novella and Chance to Win $100 Giftcard!

I'm offering a FREE online novella on my website. After you read the first chapter, vote on what turn the story should take and you'll be entered to win a $100 giftcard at Borders, B&N or the indie bookseller of your… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on January 13, 2010 at 5:00am — No Comments

First Foot of the New Year

I'm blogging about the old New Year's Day custom of the "first foot" at The Chatelaines today.

And while you're websurfing, please pop over to my website www.emilybryan.com to enter my new quarterly contest. The prize is a $100 gift card to be awarded March 31st. Good luck!

Added by Emily Bryan on January 1, 2010 at 1:40pm — No Comments