Need an Author’s Checklist?

As a certified creativity coach, I work a lot with authors and writers, many of whom are looking to publish their work with a traditional publisher. A question that comes up often is, “Do I need an agent?”

I invited Elizabeth Kracht, author of the book, The Author’s Checklist: An Agent’s Guide to Developing and Editing Your Manuscript – published by New World Library, to join me for a dialogue on my blog today about her role as a literary agent and what advice she has for aspiring authors. 

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How Resourceful Are You?

We’re entering a full moon phase in the practical and resourceful sign of Capricorn. It’s a great time to review what you already have in place, both personally and professionally – and begin to look for creative ways to rework, reframe, or reshape what might be feeling old and stagnant.
 
Many times, all we need is a refresh – and not an overhaul.
 
As author and motivational speaker Tony Robbins says, “The defining factor for success is never resources – it’s resourcefulness.”
 
 
How creative are you with the resources you already have?

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