by Renee Fountain | Dec 14, 2025 | Blog
Yes, it’s another submission-inspired article. I’ve recently written about cutting clutter and tight writing. It seems I have to back up and illustrate what clutter and loose writing looks like. Tell me if this sounds familiar: Sarah Williams was a...
by Renee Fountain | Dec 14, 2025 | Blog
I seem to be on a plot device kick lately, so I’m just going with it. Picture this: Your protagonist has twenty-four hours to save their marriage, or one summer to reconnect with their estranged father. Suddenly, every choice matters. Every conversation carries...
by Renee Fountain | Jan 23, 2025 | Blog
Picture this: You’re an aspiring author, sitting before a literary agent with just three to five minutes to sell your book. Your palms are sweaty, your heart’s racing, and suddenly, your carefully rehearsed pitch becomes a jumble of words. As an agent,...
by Renee Fountain | Dec 31, 2024 | Blog
During one of my recent writer webinars, I mentioned the importance of being cautious about giving away certain rights to your book before securing a print deal. One wrong move can render your book dead in the water—something I’ve experienced firsthand....
by Renee Fountain | Dec 25, 2024 | Blog
As an introvert, the idea of “marketing” yourself and your book is daunting. Self-promotion, social media, and constant visibility often feels overwhelming—and for many introvert writers, it doesn’t come naturally. Trust me, I get it. I loathe social media...
