by Renee Fountain | Jun 13, 2025 | Uncategorized
Fiction authors don’t need a platform—until they do. You’ve heard it before: Fiction writers don’t need a platform. It’s repeated constantly. You’re told: Craft is king. Story is everything. Platform is for non-fiction authors. This advice...
by Renee Fountain | Jan 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
Many writers struggle with the decision of attending writer’s conferences. The opportunity to meet agents, attending panels, and soaking in the “magic” of the writing community is undeniable—but, conferences aren’t cheap. Between travel, registration fees,...
by Renee Fountain | Dec 8, 2024 | Uncategorized
Sick of ‘perfect query letter’ posts? Me too. Let’s skip the clichés and get to some real, actionable advice.So how do you break through the noise and make your pitch stand out? Or as one writer asked: How do I get agents to read my manuscript? Answer: By...
by Renee Fountain | Nov 6, 2024 | Blog, Uncategorized
When I’m at writing conventions or pitch events, I’m often asked if I write. I do, but not for publication. I write for myself, and occasionally to entertain friends. What I enjoy most, though, is helping other writers hone their craft and reach their publishing...
