July 28, 2006: Sharing with Writers:
From the Desks
Of Carolyn Howard-Johnson and Authors' Coalition Friends
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"Sharing with Writers" is the official newsletter of Authors' Coalition,

http://authorscoalitionandredenginepress.com

an organization of writers who help writers.

To read this newsletter at Authors Den go to:

http://www.AuthorsDen.com/adstorage/1713/Newsletter_Aug_FirstWeek_2006.doc
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Note from Carolyn:

Dear Authors' Coalition Members and Subscribers:

Editing, the subject of my new book has been on my mind. One of my readers commented that they didn't think a book on that subject would sell, that writers tend not to think they need an editor or they fear editors will ruin their original ideas or their voice. I was feeling low for but I continued to read his edits and suggestions. In a section called
Why You -- Yes, You Who Aced English -- Need This Book
In it I tell about a writer who reads for a literary journal and didn't accept a story even though it was written by a woman who had been published twice in the New Yorker because of a dangling modifier she had used in her opening sentence.

In the margin my reader had written, "I don't know what is wrong with this. Perhaps you should explain it for your readers."

Of course, later in the book errors to watch out for are explained, including the one I mentioned. What this experience did for me was let me know that this book is needed, even if writers don't think they need it. It is my job to let them know -- somehow -- that they are not immune. I mean this reader/writer has a masters degree from an Ivy League college and one book published by a huge publisher. If he could learn something from my new book, anyone can. Even if a writer learns only a couple of new things, one of those could be the one that saves them from humiliation when approaching a prestigious agent.

I cheered up and decided to persevere. So, this week I got a new picture taken (complete with new wrinkles since my last headshot). You can find my frugal approach to that in one of the tips in this newsletter. I sent some manuscripts off to get some blurbs and got more reinforcement back (Peter Bowerman of the Well-Fed Writer fame thinks this book is "so needed"). And I decided on the name for what will soon be a series. It will be called the How to Do It Frugally Series. I even was able to pull myself out of my funk long enough to help Joyce Faulkner get our all new Authors' Coalition website redesigned.

The lesson? Writing anything always includes its share of criticism and rejection. It is ours to figure out if there is a problem and decide how to fix it if there is. So, if anyone has an idea of how to get around the conundrum that the book authors may need the most is the one they don't think they need, will you let me know?

Best,

Carolyn Howard-Johnson
HoJoNews@aol.com
http://carolynhoward-johnson.com
http://authorscoalitionandredenginepress.com
And a blog focused on book fairs at http://redenginepress.com/chjohnson

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No part of this newsletter is paid advertising.
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Letters to the Editor:

Carolyn:
Fantastic newsletter, as usual. As I have said before, I would need four or five of me to do all the peachy-doodle things your newsletter suggests … Thinking of Travis! [my grandson in Iraq] Hugs, always,
Lloyd A. King,,B/2/327 101st Airborne
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Author of, From 'Nam With Love, poetic war stories from Vietnam www.redenginepress.com - www.poetwarriorproject.com - website honoring veteran poets - click on poems after the website opens up
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Opportunities:

Poetry Contest:

Would you like to share your joy in life? In a poem? And would you like to submit it? And win a computer? And get published? You would? Great! Go to http://hazelst.com/contest/form.htm

Submit 35 lines or less of poetry.
At the very least, you could be included in a published collection of poetry as an
honoree! Each Honoree will receive a copy of the book. $5 per entry online - no limit to entries. ($10 mail in)
Poetry must be previously unpublished.

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New members will help Authors' Coalition serve all its members better! Ask your writing friends to join at http://authorscoalitionandredenginepress.com. Paid members get a favorite review posted, their photos and titles listed among members, consideration for an interview or review in Yarnspinners and Wordweavers and with more in the works. Membership is reasonable, too. We're even planning a speakers' bureau.

Tell friends to visit our blog, too. There they'll learn how to spark generally insipid book fairs by using value-added promotions: http://redenginepress.com/chjohnson .
http://authorscoalitionandredenginepress.com
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Tip: I found a photographer to do a professional shot of me for my next in the How to Do It Frugally Series. He is Uriah Carr, a low-budget photographer who'll do thirty-six pix + cd for $65.00. He does only minimal retouching. He's in the LA area. Reach him at ucarr78@netzero.net
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Invitation:

Dark Shadows Publishing (publisher James Karlsson) invites writers who would like to expose their work or books to our forum. We offer you your own board and interview you as well come to http://forum.technodragon.net/ and post your cover, title, what your book is about and where we can order it. Stop by and be a part of our family.
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Reciprocal Links:

For expert and up-to-date advice for writers from writers go to http://www.writeradvice.com. You'll find author interviews, reviews, contests and markets and more. The site, edited by B. Lynn Goodwin, is open to submissions.
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The Shy Writer: An Introvert's Guide to Writing Success - Author C. Hope Clark advises you how to "sell your words, not your soul" when you promote your work. http://www.theshywriter.com/
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The Reading Tub is a charity that promotes family and children's literacy. They read every children's book that is sent to them to be reviewed. The books are then donated to community organizations. Go to www.thereadingtub.com.
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The Scribal Press News Calendar. The news calendar of writer events around the world, no matter where you live. Find it at: http://www.scribalpress.com/thisnthat.html?
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Star Publish offers near self-publish profits on your paperback; it is an alternative to unapproachable publishers. http://starpublish.com.
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Do you want to hone your skills? Writer to Writer features tips on writing, marketing, submitting, selling and more. Regular no-f e e contests.
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Authors' Coalition is for writers. Find support for authors--both emotional and material--at
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Reciprocal Links:

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Read author interviews, market information, and more in WriterAdvice, www.writeradvice.com. To subscribe or to submit material for consideration, E-mail LGood67334@comcast.net Put "subscribe" in the subject box.
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Thank Yous:

(Note: Each thank you may be set with a jewel of a resource for you to plumb for your book. Watch for them! Adapt them to your own publishing and promotion needs!)


To Cheryl McCann, editor of ReviewBooks.com, for generously including my writing-related media releases on her site. Many of you will want to explore the site as a suitable place to find good reading and to get your books reviewed. See the last media release at: http://www.review-books.com/index.php?name=Sections&req=viewarticle&artid=40&page=1
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To Peggi Ridgway, promoter, website designer and more, for recommending "Sharing with Writers" on her site. To see it along with other recommendations go to: http://wordpix.com/authors/resources.asp
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To Dr. Bob Rich, freelance editor, who passes on my tips and good news in his newsletter "Bobbin Around" whenever he can. Find him and see how your promotion efforts might coincide with his at http://bobswriting.com/editing.html


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Authors' Coalition members! For credibility, use the AC logo on your promotional materials. Ask for it by sending an e-mail to HoJoNews@aol.com or download it with a click from the AC site http://authorscoalitionandredenginepress.com.
Be sure to link it to the AC site, too!
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Tip: As a subscriber to "Sharing with Writers" you are part of an online group of like-minded writers. Now find a local one that meets up close and personal. Publishers and Writers of San Diego (PWSD) – http://www.publisherswriters.org/ Membership includes numerous award-winning authors, writers, and publishing professionals. In addition, PWSD is an affiliate of both Publishers Marketing Association (PMA) and Small Publishers of North America (SPAN).They meet the last Saturday of each month in Encinitas to network and learn from a guest expert on various publishing topics.
To stay informed about Publishers and Writers of San Diego meetings and events, please send your name to the following email address. Your information will be kept private.
info@julypublishing.com
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Carolyn's Appearances and Teaching

Avoid Humiliating Errors When You Submit Anything from a Query Letter to a Manuscript: The deadline is nearing for a one-day class at UCLA on Saturday, August 5th (summer quarter). Enroll to learn all you need to know about preparing a professional manuscript for submission to agents, publishers or to ready it for alternative presses. Even experienced writers may not know they are marking themselves as a novice with the most innocuous of errors. As the son says, "Little things mean a lot." To enroll or to receive a free copy of UCLA's "Writers' Program Quarterly," contact Marcus Hennessey at writers@uclaextension.edu or (310) 825-9415.
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Audio Classes: Allyn Evans, Joyce Faulkner, Kathe Gogolewski, Marilyn Peake and Carolyn Howard-Johnson's, audio classes cover writing skills, book promotion, and technology for writers. Access new audio classes regularly in MP3 or CDRom at

http://www.double-dragon-ebooks.com/imprintlist.asp?imprint=PODRADIO

Learn more about the instructors and find a list of the coming classes at

http://tri-studio.com/AUDIOCLASSESALL.html

To get a fr ^ ^ sample class called "Radio: A Do-It-Yourself Guide to Promoting Easy and Cheap!" go to the Double Dragon Publishing (DDP) Website: Download at:
http://www.double-dragon-ebooks.com/single.asp?isbn=DDP00000001QP&genre=
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The Muse Online Writing Conference: Lea Schizas, editor of "The Muse on Writing," and Carolyn Howard-Johnson are sponsoring this first annual virtual writers' conference October 9 - 13. This conference lets writers -- published or not -- mingle with some of the publishing world's personalities. Choose from a huge selection of free online workshops.
Bookmark this site

http://www.freewebs.com/themuseonlinewritersconference/

Go back often to see the newest presenters and workshops. Subscriber Fran Silverman will be one of the presenters. Carolyn will be presenting on both book promotion and the craft of writing, specifically "Writing Sparkling Dialogue in 10 Easy Steps."

To check on the growing faculty and workshop session, go to:

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Paulette Ensign, board member of Publishers and Writers of San Diego, a SPAN and PMA affiliate has invited Carolyn to speak on book promotion Sat., Jan 27, 2007 in Encinitas, CA. Learn more about the organization and their programs at: http://www.publisherswriters.org/

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Reciprocal Links: Many subscribers are in a position to cross-promote. Let me know if you would like to trade some recommendation or promotion for a permanent spot (or as my list grows, semi-permanent) spot in this newsletter. I use only links that benefit writers

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Watch for an all-tips newsletter sometime in August. If you would like your favorite writing or promotion tip to be included along with your name, book title and URL, e-mail be NOW at HoJoNews@aol.com!
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"Publishing and Promoting" is one of my favorite groups for meeting peers. It is moderated by award-winning suspense novelist Diane J. Newton, http://dianejnewton.bravehost.com/
To subscribe go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/publishingandpromoting/ .
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HUGS, HOPE, and Peanut Butter: Finding Light Behind Life's Storm Clouds is a book of humorous, inspirational essays illustrated by critically ill children. www.hugsandhope.org/pb.htm
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Feature:

Literary Agent Scams

(Editor's Note: Hope Clark's newsletter is called Funds for Writers and it is useful for learning more about making money as a writer, but it also often includes other information we can all use on other practical writing matters. (-: She graciously allowed me to reprint this piece from her letter.)

I just read the best article on identifying literary agent scams...just fabulous. You can find it at:
http://www.editorialdepartment.com/content/view/209/99/
Some red flags to run from:
1. The agent solicits you.
2. The agent dodges phone calls.
3. The agent charges to read - big no-no.
4. The agent offers a quick contract. Give them time to read your work and remember they are reading a hundred others.
Too quick, and they haven't read it.
5.The agent writes poorly, sends form letters, can't spell.
6. The agent won't tell you who else they represent.
7. The agent wants to edit your work for a price.
The advice in this article was great, grounded and full of common sense.
I nodded with each bullet, knowing that if confronted with such situations, I would doubt the credibility of the
agent. I think part of my red-flag ability comes from dealing with people in {several industries] … Experts capitalize upon their expertise and take advantage
of the ill-informed and the naive. Real quick disclaimer here...not all
agents are bad. But there isn't a profession in existence that doesn't have bad apples, and you have to arm yourself against them …
Don't let an agent intimidate you because you don't understand the business. If he/she makes you uncomfortable at the beginning, you're in for a ride through hell later on.
Common sense...use it...use it a lot.
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Editor, FundsforWriters, www.fundsforwriters.com
Creator of amazing market e-books for writers!
Writer's Digest 101 Best Web Sites for Writers - 2001 through 2006

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Feature:

(Editor's Note: Kathe Goglewski's submission on point of view garnered the most mail I've had from subscribers. As one of the lead instructors on the craft of writing for the audios published by Double Dragon Publishing we produce together (more information under "Carolyn's Appearances and Teaching"), I knew I could con her into doing more on the subject for you. Here's the second in a series.)

Part II First Person POV

Remember the passage in the last issue of "Sharing for Writers" about the ballroom dancers in the earthquake? I’ll include it again here for your referral:

“The vibrations were still rattling the windows a full 20 seconds after the first boom. Panic-stricken, the dancers streaked toward the far end of the ballroom, where they fixed their eyes warily on the large, wildly swaying chandelier in the center of the room. A server, feeling confused, slipped and dropped her tray, but no one rushed to help her. The glass from the emptied wine bottle shattered onto the marble floor even as the last couple dashed around the fragments in a race to the wall, their hearts thudding inside their chests. The girl left her upturned tray on the floor and stumbled toward the crowd, her fear mounting as another tremor rolled beneath her feet. By the time she reached the group, the men had formed a tight protective circle around their wives, glancing deliberately past the server as she skidded to a halt before them. Unable to break inside, the girl followed the line of tuxedos to the wall, where she stood slightly separated from the group, and waited.”

This story could have taken on a more personal tone if it were told from the consciousness of any one of the individual's involved in the story. From the viewpoint of a compassionate gentleman at the ball, we might have felt concern for the server as he eyed her scrambling toward them. Seen through his eyes, we might have felt his disdain for the other men who were shunning her. The serving girl, on the other hand, could offer the writer an equally charged viewpoint by showcasing her panic as she recognized that no one wanted to help her. Depending on who and what the story is about, a writer can tell an emotionally packed story by picking the appropriate head and by using either first person or third person point of view.

If we allow the character to tell the story instead of a narrator, as in "I did this" and "I did that," we are using the First Person. This is a highly personal way to tell a story and many literary novels today use it. It's powerful because it's like hearing a story first hand - it tends to carry more credibility. You are more likely to believe a story when someone is telling you how it happened to them. Stories in the first person feel true! However, this point of view can be limiting because no one else can see, hear, smell, touch or taste except the person telling the story. It is difficult to share information with the reader that the character isn't supposed to know. One slip, and the author has committed an intrusion.

For example, let's consider the same passage retold in the first person from the point of view of the serving girl, but I'll interject authorial intrusion, so see if you can tell where it is.

”At first, I thought a bomb had gone off. Then, everybody was running. I saw Mr. Bigley charging toward the other end of the room, pushing Mrs. Bigley ahead of him. She was running funny, all bouncy with jiggling jewelry. I didn't know why everyone was in such a hurry until I saw what they were looking at. That big old triple tiered Strass Nulco Rialto crystal chandelier was rocking like a ship on the high seas - and right over my head! Man! I lost my balance then and my tray took a dive. The wine bottle broke and glass was everywhere. I ran too, but when I got to the other end of the room, Mr. Bigley and the other men wouldn't let me past them. Mrs. Langley was really mad at them for that. She wanted to tell him to shove it. I think she would have punched him if she could. It's nice to know you have at least one friend when the going gets tough.”

Okay, did you hear any slips?

There were two, actually. One occurs when the serving girl describes the chandelier. It is unlikely that she would have known that a chandelier was a Strass Nulco Rialto, or that it was triple tiered for that matter. Probably, her character would simply call it huge and glittery.

And the reader knows something doesn't sound natural even if they're not sure what it is. Suddenly the story has an author, thunking onto the page.

Did you catch the other slip?

When the girl describes how Mrs. Langley was mad at the men for shutting her out, it sounds false. How would the server know how Mrs. Langley felt if Mrs. Langley hadn't said anything?

If the author wants the reader to know that Mrs. Langley is sympathetic, then it has to be shown in a different way, which can be difficult when we can only follow one protagonist around. There are ingenious ways to do this, however, and if readers are interested in finding out how it can be done, I suggest that they digest a few successful novels written in the first person, such as Emily Bronte’s Wuthering Heights, Mark Twain’s Huck in The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Ken Kesey’s One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, Charle's Portis's True Grit or even Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. If you'd like to take the route that the majority of fiction writers take today though, I suggest trying the third person. It avoids many of the pitfalls of authorial intrusion that you get with first person and omniscient points of view.
Wait for the next issue of "Sharing with Writers."
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Kathe Gogolewski
http://www.tri-studio.com/
Read my blog: http://www.anndurand.blogsforauthors.com/summary.php

A PROMISE TO KEEP/romantic suspense
writing as Ann Durand
Available now from Amazon.com at
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/search-handle-form/104-5147852-4133539

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When was the last time you bought a book from an author you know? "Tracings" my new chapbook of poetry,
www.finishinglinepress.com,
is available for that honor at
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1599240173/qid=1141623936/sr=1-1/ref=sr_1_1/002-4692447-2218401?s=books&v=glance&n=283155
but any book mentioned in any one of your "Sharing with Writers" newsletters would be a nice gesture. If all of us directed more of our reading to newer authors who write in genres we love or genres we need to stretch into, we would do ourselves and the publishing industry a great favor.
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Metaphors and Similes to Make You Smile:

(Every year English teachers from across the country submit their collections of analogies and metaphors actually found in high school essays. I can't acknowledge the resource but I thought they might not mind if I published them one at a time. I also thought some of you might have some favorites you could contribute.)

Here is one of the teachers' favorites:

"She had a deep, throaty, genuine laugh, like that sound a dog makes just before it throws up."


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Essential Book and Record Keeping:

This letter is an entity of Authors' Coalition

http://authorscoalitionandredenginepress.com.

Edited and distributed by Carolyn Howard-Johnson,

http://carolynhoward-johnson.com .

author of "This is the Place," "Harkening: A Collection of Stories Remembered," "Tracings," and "The Frugal Book Promoter: How to Do What Your Publisher Won't," this newsletter lets authors share with each other.

To submit information for consideration, e-mail Carolyn at

HoJoNews@aol.com

If you do not care to receive this letter, unsubscribe at

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Include "Unsubscribe" in the subject line but please, please don't tell me you've given up writing or promoting!

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Please pass this newsletter on to friends or e-groups. It needn't be pasted in its complete form, but please credit this newsletter, Authors' Coalition and the individual contributors with anything you snip and paste.

Order "The Frugal Book Promoter: How to Do What Your Publisher Won't"
at stores like UCLA, Dayton University and San Diego State University's bookstores. Order it as an e-book or paperback at Amazon where it is discounted:

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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/193299310X/qid=1149015406/sr=2-1/ref=pd_bbs_b_2_1/002-4692447-2218401?s=books&v=glance&n=283155

Tracings, a chapbook of poetry, may be ordered at

http://finishinglinepress.com

and at,

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1599240173/qid=1139084827/sr=1-1/ref=sr_1_1/103-7824821-4156653?s=books&v=glance&n=283155

Carolyn's novel, "This is the Place," and book of creative nonfiction, "Harkening: A Collection of Stories Remembered," may be ordered at Amazon.com.