Projects

 
2010 MWA Novel Contest—I’m honored to be one of the judges for the first round of this year’s contest. Enter by February 15 to win cash prizes.
 
Marketing for Writers by Angela Render (Thunderpaw Publishing, 1/09) — I was asked by my friend and colleague, Angela Render, to write the foreword to this comprehensive yet simple to use workbook. Angela takes your hand and guides you through all the basics (and even some more advanced concepts) of marketing for writers, whether you’re just starting to build a platform or are ready to sell your book. Handy-dandy worksheets and access to updated material online make things even easier.
 

 
High Style by Ron Woodson and Jaime Rummerfield, (Chronicle Books, 11/08) — This book, which is as useful as it is inspiring and beautiful, is my latest writer-for-hire project.
 

 

 
My So-Called Freelance Life by Michelle Goodman, (Seal Press, 10/08) — I am quoted as a resource several times throughout this advice-packed, thorough, and entirely accessible book.
 

 

 
New Lines from the Old Line State (MWA Books, 9/08) — I was the Editor of this anthology of Maryland writers, responsible for choosing submissions, working with authors, and managing the publication process from manuscript to printed book. An active member of the Maryland Writer's Association [www.marylandwriters.org], I continue to participate in promoting the book and its authors.
 

 
2009 Guide to Literary Agents, ed. Chuck Sambuchino (Writer's Digest Books, 7/08) — You'll find my article, "Platforms: Your Background Matters," on page 74. This article first appeared in the April 2008 issue of Writer's Digest magazine.