Liss Caldwell Author ~ Editor ~ Artist ~ Facilitator
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Crafting a compelling submission package is crucial when seeking literary representation. A master synopsis should succinctly capture your story's essence, while a personalized cover letter can make your submission shine. Tailoring your materials to agents and publishers, and ensuring impeccable presentation, will greatly enhance your chances of success.
Literary agents and publishers often request the first 10,000 words or three chapters of a manuscript to efficiently assess writing styles, narrative flow, and character development. This standardization creates a level playing field for writers, allowing for fair comparison. Agents also look for compelling narrative, vivid characters, and a strong voice in the submission. Developmental and structural editing can further enhance the manuscript's potential.
The writer's block is a common challenge for wordsmiths, but it can be overcome by cultivating creative flow through dedicated writing time, routines, and rituals. Balancing marketing and creativity, embracing imperfection, and finding a balance between the creative and strategic sides are also crucial. Cultivate writer's mojo with dedication and the right tools to attract literary agents and publishers.
Congratulations. You've poured your heart and soul into your manuscript, crafting a world and characters that resonate deeply. Before you hit send and forward to your Structural/Substantive Editor or send on that query letter, there's a crucial step: self-editing. Self-editing equips you with the power to transform your raw manuscript into a polished gem, ready … Continue reading The Self-Editing Masterclass: Polishing Your Prose Before Submission
After your manuscript reaches a publishing house, the acquisition meeting determines its fate. Key players like Acquisitions Editor, Editorial Director, and Sales/Marketing Representatives assess market potential, competitive edge, financial viability, and your author platform. The verdict could be green light, revise, or pass. To succeed, polish your manuscript, understand the market, craft a strong author bio, and collaborate with your editor.
This blog post serves as a guide for Australian writers and creatives to maximize tax deductions. It covers taxable professional income, assessable income, common deductions, record-keeping, special considerations, tax-deductible resources, eligibility for income averaging, and the importance of seeking professional help. Understanding ATO guidelines can optimize financial resources for artistic pursuits.
The landscape of adult education offers two predominant approaches: TAFE's practical, job-focused system and the theoretical, research-oriented system of universities. The choice depends on individual goals and learning style. Alternative learning options, informal learning, and blended programs further expand the possibilities, emphasizing the importance of continuous self-improvement and lifelong learning.
Rewilding, a global movement to restore ecosystems, has ecological benefits like increased biodiversity. But it impacts traditional land use and cultural communities. Positive impacts include aligning with indigenous practices and empowering communities. Negative impacts can disrupt traditional practices. Strategies for a balanced approach involve community engagement and alternative livelihoods. Successful examples include partnerships with indigenous communities in Canada and the UK. In Australia, rewilding projects collaborate with indigenous communities, fostering cultural pride and ecological restoration. In the Northern Rivers, NSW, rewilding efforts align with Aboriginal practices, strengthening their connection to ancestral lands. This restores the ecosystem and cultural heritage.
Humans have profoundly impacted the natural world, resulting in a movement known as rewilding, aiming for large-scale ecosystem restoration. It differs from ecology and bush regeneration by focusing on creating interconnected landscapes with minimal human intervention. Rewilding promotes climate resilience and has succeeded globally, including in Australia's fragile ecosystem. The Northern Rivers region demonstrates positive rewilding impact.
the concept of "starting over" can be daunting. Years spent meticulously crafting careers, honing expertise, and climbing the academic or professional ladder can create a sense of inertia. But what if we told you that fifty is the new thirty? That the wealth of experience you've accumulated becomes the springboard, not the anchor, for a vibrant and fulfilling second act? The truth is, age is a social construct, and its limitations are increasingly fading. A 2023 report
Liss Caldwell Author ~ Editor ~ Artist ~ Facilitator 