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From the category archives:

Finding an agent

Why writers should have a blog (and my first real rejection)

July 5, 2010

Some things are better left unblogged

June 7, 2010

Another reason writers should use Twitter

May 11, 2010

On taking chances (and some good news)

May 9, 2010

Lessons from Julie & Julia

December 10, 2009

Rewriting. Not my manuscript, my proposal.

October 22, 2009

Peggy Frezon offers advice on choosing a literary agent

September 28, 2009

Start your Monday with a Kick in the Butt

July 13, 2009

My first offer of representation — For Roxana

May 11, 2009

Query tip

May 10, 2009

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