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In this six-week course, you’ll learn the ins and outs of publishing in the digital age. What we’ll cover: Traditional versus Independent Publishing: Learn the… Read More »How to Publish a Book – Online Publishing Class
My new online writing class, Fundamentals of Fiction Writing, is now open for enrollment. This is a self-paced, nine-week course. You may begin the class… Read More »Fundamentals of Fiction Writing Online Fiction Writing Course
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So you’ve written a story, revised it, and are ready to send it out. Here are a few tips for submitting your stories for publication… Read More »How to Submit a Story for Publication