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'You could absolutely make an argument to do this in trade paper. And you can make an argument to do it in mass market. We decided on the latter.' So [...]

The article offers tips on using abandoned projects to fertilize new ones. It mentions that keeping a digital or physical creative compost heap connected to ongoing writing projects can also be a helpful strategy. It also mentions about digitizing the scraps of memories, quotes written on paper, trinkets from quarter machines.

"The History Behind the Bible: The Facts Hidden Behind the Text" by Charles Siegel is a historically informed examination of the veracity of the Torah's story of the exodus. Siegel presents evidence that challenges the theory that the story of the exodus and monotheism were later inventions meant to unify the Israelites. He explores the composition of the Bible's first five books, the beliefs and thinking of the likely eras of the authors, and archaeological revelations that suggest an actual Israeli exodus from Egypt did occur. Siegel acknowledges the limitations of the Torah as a historical record but offers compelling evidence for the plausibility of its stories. [Extracted from the article]

An interview is presented with author Sandra Hempel. Hempel states that the inspiration for her 2013 book "The Inheritor's Powder: A Tale of Arsenic, Murder & the New Forensic Science" came from a research paper on criminal poisoning in the 19th century. She states that her own research surprised her by the haphazard nature of criminal justice in that time. Hempel states that creating the book's structure was the most challenging part of its authorship.

Maum's book should prove invaluable to new writers seeking advice and support in navigating their first publication. [Extracted from the article]

The author talks about his passion for writing. According to the author, his father influenced him to write at an early age. He relates that he belongs to a third generation of writers in his family. He points out that money was an important motivating factor for him during his early writing days. Particular focus is given to the opportunities presented by his long newspaper apprenticeship. He believes that he is privileged to have a career doing what he loves most.

An interview with the finalists of the 2018 BookLife Prize is presented, including Rozsa Gaston, Kelly Jameson, and David Reiss. Gaston talks about her interest in writing about the character of Anne of Brittany. Jameson mentions her reason for writing about the town of New Hope, Pennsylvania. Reiss relates when he started writing books.

The article focuses on how a character's home can reveal their personality traits and characteristics, emphasizing the importance of using interior design choices as a storytelling tool. Topics include the significance of art selection, family photos, furniture choices, music preferences, and even hostessing habits in conveying a character's identity and driving the narrative.

The article informs that the nonprofit We Need Diverse Books, which work for the diversification of children's literature and publishing. announced its first-ever grants in the adult publishing sector. It reports two grants, which are part of the WNDB Internship Grant program, will "support two interns from diverse backgrounds" to work in adult publishing beginning in summer 2021.

The article presents answers to a question about the importance of discipline for a writer.

The article focuses on Chunky Monkeys and the Book Squad, two writing groups based in Boston, Massachusetts. Topics covered include number of forthcoming and published titles written by the members of the writing groups, how Chunky Monkeys was founded by Jennifer De Leon with her husband, Adam Stumacher, how the Book Squad was formed and how the shared knowledge among authors contributed to the speed of publication among members of the writing groups.

The article offers information on the writing rituals and routines of famous authors such as Ernest Hemmingway, Francesca Stanfill and Dan Brown. Topics covered include the lack of a writing routine by poet Brendan Constantine, the varied sources of inspiration of self-publishing guru and adventure travel writer Carla King, and the practical outlook of Barbara Abercrombie on writing.

An interview is presented with the authors Marcia Muller and Bill Pronzini, which focuses on the book "The Spook Lights Affair." Topics include the origin of the Carpenter/Quincannon book series, the similarities between the authors and their characters, and Muller and Pronzini's experiences writing together as husband and wife.

The article discusses the increasing popularity of contact between young adult (YA) fiction authors and their audience through the use of technology and the Internet, particularly focusing on reaching out to young readers via social media. It addresses the use of Internet platforms to connect with fans, the uptick in the use of blog posts by YA authors, and the online literary social network Goodreads.

The article profiles author Scott Spencer in the U.S. It states that Spencer has been on the literary field since 1979 and his career has been covered with the glamour of experience. It notes that the themes of Spencer's books range from devastating relationships to a comic novel, and he received various positive and negative reviews from his works. Further information about Spencer's several books is presented.

The article examines the challenge posed by the very act of categorizing to authors. The longstanding debate over the issue was ignited by the Booker Prizewinning author John Banville, who writes crime fiction under the pseudonym Benjamin Black. Author Jess Walter is cited as a perfect example of an author who refuses to be hemmed in by categorization.

An interview is presented with an author Lon Orey. Topics discussed include an information his book "Apricot Marmaladeand the Edmondson Transmittal;" his experience in the Army influence your writing; and the challenges he found in creating those aspects of the book which has been described as humorous and satirical.

The article offers tips for authors on writing better book proposals. It mentions that every author should treat a proposal as the book's business plan, and authors should take their time in developing a proposal to ensure they make all of the points they want to make. It also mentions that submissions are received electronically, but even these require care to avoid sending viruses and malware.

Presents an update on the United States' publishing industry as of November 19, 2001. Information on the multimedia deal for a world rights to a book 'The New Normal for Women,' by Dr. Pamela Peeke; Concept of the book 'Urban Tribes and the Never-Married,' by Ethan Watters.

Features several romance book authors. Stella Cameron; Muriel Jensen; Christina Dodd. INSETS: She Could Write a Book, by Robert Dahlin;Roberts' Rules of Romance, by Robert Dahlin;Enlisting New Army of Readers, by Robert Dahlin.

Interviews some well-known children's book writers about their childhoods and their vocation. Bruce Brooks; Karen Cushman; Russell Freedman; E.L. Konigsburg.

Bestselling financial adviser Suze Orman is back on the bestselling charts, this time in the #8 slot on the trade paper list, with The Road to Wealth: A Comprehensive Guide [...]

DICK DONAHUE Frank McCourt's 'Tis is being released for the first time in trade paper on August 29; Simon & Schuster's first printing will be 650,000. The hardcover spent 29 [...]

It's been a very good run for Iris Johansen, with five consecutive million-copy-plus suspense bestsellers (that figure includes paper and hardcover books). Number six, The Search, looks like it will [...]

reporter's interview with Jesus You head to the local newsstand for your daily paper and discover that it contains an unprecedented, exclusive interview--with Jesus. That's the intriguing premise behind A [...]

Schuessler is a Brooklyn-based freelancer BLANCHE WIESEN COOK has spent the past two decades reconstructing the life of Eleanor Roosevelt from millions of words on paper. But, on the one [...]

A personal narrative is presented in which the author explores her experience of writing the book as well as writing about mother-daughter story.

Announces that science fiction publisher Spectrutek.com is releasing its first two novels. Contention of Spectrutek's co-founder R.A. Leigh; How Leigh polled the preferences of science fiction fans; Science fiction Web sites on which Leigh plans to advertise.

Highlights authors of books of romantic fiction. Discussion of their craft and the challenges of the market as of May 1998; Backgrounds of the authors and why they write romantic fiction; Sara Donati author of `Into the Wilderness'; Heather Graham author of `Drop Dead Gorgeous'; Virginia Henley author of `A Year and a Day'; Linda Howard author of `Now You See Her'; Dara Joy author of `Knight of a Trillion Stars'; Brenda Joyce author of `The Rival'; Others.