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Free Agent Jungle Online Roundup for March 30, 2009 | Free Agent Jungle — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 16:15:40 +0000

[...] Jennifer Mattern at All Freelance Writing discusses authors with excellent blogger relations. [...]

By: Ailyn

Ailyn — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 15:40:39 +0000

I have Karen’s book sitting upright in my office. I like the organizational method presented and its helping me draft a novel Most of the legwork is already done the rest is just percolating.

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All Freelance Writing » Bloggers as Moochers: Reality Check Time — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 17:13:58 +0000

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By: Kelly

Kelly — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 16:58:05 +0000

Thank you for your insight on blogging relations. You are correct in Karen is a perfect example of good relations. She cares about sharing her knowledge and she has found the avenues that work.

As moderator of five yahoo groups for writers I know how important it is to not just share but to network – be ready to listen as well as give. Karen is in my World Romance Writers group and is always there to give a helping hand and we listen. We know she’s been there. We’ve all been ‘there’ at some point and time, but how often do we offer to light the path for those following?

Ladies, please keep those lights burning. I’m right behind you

By: Karen Wiesner

Karen Wiesner — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 14:40:26 +0000

I agree completely, Jennifer. Thanks. I have had a lot of people ask me about an organizational guide for writing nonfiction. I probably have enough to write an article about it…if I ever have time. Something to think about in the future. : )

I’m fascinated by Evan’s software program. Now that is giving readers/writers what they need!

Karen
http://www.angelfire.com/stars4/kswiesner/appear.html (online classes Karen is teaching)

By: Jennifer Mattern

Jennifer Mattern — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 20:04:31 +0000

Karen, that criticism sounds so silly, but I’ve heard similar things about Evan Marshall’s book. Some people just don’t get it – they don’t understand the skill side of writing that can be developed and improved upon, and instead choose to focus strictly on the “artistic” side of it (you either have it or you don’t). Those seem to be the folks I’ve most seen complaining about these kinds of books, claiming they take away all creativity, make things too formulaic, etc. It’s utter nonsense. Guides that help you to create a cohesive story don’t interfere with creativity unless you let them. Honestly, one thing I’d love to see but haven’t found yet is a similar book on the writing process for non-fiction books (outlining, ways to efficiently organize research materials, and just making different sections flow through transitions which I sometimes find more difficult with nonfiction) – maybe there’s a new one for ya.

Seriously, the guy sounds way off-base – preying on those who want to improve their craft by helping them do just that… yeah, big problem there.

I’ve been a freelance writer for about 10 years now in various capacities, and did a lot of writing through my PR firm before going full-time with that writing. Even now I still read a LOT of writing reference books. Why? Because there’s always more to learn in any writing field, and you always have room to improve. Learning from those who went before you is a part of the job – end of story. I, for one, am looking forward to taking a different approach on my next novel draft using your book – as I learned with the three outlining processes (going from months on the first one to 9 days for the third), exploring options is a great thing, as it helps you find your own workable plan. You of all people never advocated that people follow your books literally step-by-step, but rather use the experience you had as a guide to find their own way – that’s truly a gift to other writers.

Other than that, thanks for stopping by here again. And thanks for giving others in the publishing industry (and beyond) an example of what good blogger relations really looks like on an up close and personal level. I sincerely hope others follow your lead.

By: Karen Wiesner

Karen Wiesner — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 13:12:34 +0000

I was deeply touched by this article, Jennifer. I once had a writer call me a bloodsucker–because I write writing reference books and, in his mind, prey on those who desperately want to improve their craft. I told him the truth: I don’t write writing reference because I love it and/or love the money. Just the opposite. Writing nonfiction is hard! My reason for doing it is because I see a need for a step-by-step process that anyone can use, and because I want to help other writers the way I was helped before, during and after getting published. The money is good, true, but it’s not why I do this. Thanks again for this piece. I’m very humbled by it.

Karen Wiesner
KarensQuill-subscribe@yahoogroups.com, subscribe for a chance to win Karen’s books every month!

By: 3 Tips for Better Blogger Relations

3 Tips for Better Blogger Relations — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 03:02:40 +0000

[...] launch. (Check out the two small-scale examples of authors exercising excellent targeting and blogger outreach I recently highlighted at All Book [...]