This week in writing and publishing . . .

Writing:

Check out JA Konrath's latest blog, with 7 pieces of advice for writers. Great ideas- thanks JA!

http://jakonrath.blogspot.com/2009/05/advice-for-professional-writers.html


Publishing:

Agents' blogs are all abuzz (and off-kilter) this week due to the BEA (Book Expo America) conferences. The blog that I have found the most pertinent in terms of real, applicable advice for writers comes from Agent Kristin of Pub Rants. Check out her blog for advice on how to get agents to keep reading your writing and what makes them stop reading.

http://pubrants.blogspot.com/2009/05/number-one-thing.html