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Need a publishing coach? Let’s talk!
Have you ever thought a one-on-one conversation with a publishing professional could get you unstuck and move your writing career forward? Maybe you just have a few questions about the querying process or how to get an agent or find a publisher. I offer publishing coaching for any phase of your career, focused on your…
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Promotions at Gardner Literary
Gardner Literary, a boutique literary agency starting its fourth year in business, is thrilled to announce the promotion of Kristy Cambron to the position of Vice President; and the promotion of Sherri Wilson Johnson to Associate Literary Agent. These promotions recognize Sherri and Kristy’s outstanding contributions, dedication, and exemplary leadership within the agency. Kristy Cambron has…
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Kristy Cambron joins Gardner Literary
I’m excited to announce Kristy Cambron has joined Gardner Literary as our newest agent! Kristy has been a published author since 2014 with numerous books for HarperCollins including historical fiction, Bible studies, Bibles, a Bible study journal, and a gift book anthology for Dayspring. She has also served as a Women’s Ministry Leader for one…
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| Announcements, Publishing
New Release Spotlight: Terry J. Stokes
Congrats to debut author and pastor Terry J. Stokes on the release of this timely book! Terry has written a book of prayers we didn’t know we needed, covering our most pressing daily needs — such as when we dread returning to work on Monday, strength when we’re about to make small talk, and…
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| Ask Me Anything, Publishing, Submitting
Does a Fiction Author Need a Platform?
There are two things I’m constantly stressing with writers: (1) Mastering the craft of writing is crucial. (2) Building a platform is important. For fiction authors, the two are not equal. If you’re writing a novel, your writing should be first priority. Spend most of your discretionary time writing and becoming a better writer.…
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| A Writer's Life, Publishing, Writing
Have you been to a writers’ conference?
Even if you’re published, conferences can be a great way to network, make friends, continue your education, and most of all, be a part of the writing community. Writing is a solitary endeavor, so it’s helpful to be reminded that you’re a part of something bigger. Plus, those friendships with other writers…
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| Announcements, Publishing
New Release Spotlight: Kayla Craig
Congratulations to author Kayla Craig on release day! Kayla’s debut book, “To Light Their Way,” is a gorgeous collection of over 100 modern liturgies, giving words to our prayers for our children. From everyday struggles like helping your child find friends or thrive in school to larger issues like praying for a brighter world rooted…
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| Announcements, Just for Fun, Publishing
Gardner Literary is proud to represent author Karen González!
Gardner Literary is proud to represent author Karen González! Congrats, Karen, on your new book contract.
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| Ask Me Anything, Publishing, Submitting, Writing
What’s a good subject line for a query email?
A basic but important question: what do you put in your query subject line? I’m sure there are plenty of possible creative answers to this, but I’m going to err on the simple side. I like a subject line that includes the word “Query” along with your book title, and possibly the genre. Some examples:…
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| Ask Me Anything, Popular Posts, Publishing, Self-Publishing
What’s your advice for someone wanting to publish a first-time poetry collection?
The first step toward getting your poetry published is to get the Poets Market, a print resource also available on Kindle. It includes hundreds of publishing opportunities specifically for poets, including listings for book and chapbook publishers, print and online poetry publications, contests, and more. Before trying to get a whole book of poetry published,…
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| Announcements, Just for Fun, Publishing
SPOTLIGHT ON CLIENT BOOKS – Abuelita Faith by Kat Armas
This beautiful book from debut author Kat Armas is out in the world, and I’m excited for you to read it! What if some of our greatest theologians weren’t theologians at all? “Abuelita Faith” tells the story of unnamed and overlooked theologians in society and in the Bible–mothers, grandmothers, sisters, and daughters–whose survival, strength,…
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| Ask Me Anything, Publishing, Submitting, Writing
Is there anything you should avoid in a query that would lead to an automatic rejection?
Is there anything you should avoid in a query that would lead to an automatic rejection? People ask me this question all the time, and I want to start by saying that every agent is different, and we probably have different things that make us immediately decline a query. For many agents, failing to…
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| Publishing, Writing
“Write what you know.” Is this good advice?
Writers are often told, “write what you know.” Is this good advice? Absolutely! It’s great advice… if you understand what it means. You can’t take it literally to mean something like, “Only write about things for which you have specialized knowledge.” Nobody has specialized knowledge of fairies or monsters or vampires, and most people…
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| Announcements, Just for Fun, Publishing
SPOTLIGHT ON CLIENT BOOKS – Red Lip Theology by Candice Benbow
Excited to announce this January release!! I feel like I’ve been waiting forever to tell you about this book. Candice Benbow writes about Black spirituality and Black womanhood like no one else. She draws you in from the first page and doesn’t let you go. Her personality shines through and she balances depth and humor…
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Rachelle Gardner
President & Literary Agent,
Gardner Literary Agency
President & Literary Agent,
Gardner Literary Agency
