tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post4828253811835122266..comments2023-08-16T07:15:32.801-04:00Comments on BookingIt: From the Mouth of an EditorJessica Nelsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12365768876905444157noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-31222683479222461532011-10-12T10:13:57.945-04:002011-10-12T10:13:57.945-04:00that is great advice. We all need to get better. I...that is great advice. We all need to get better. I have improved greatly since I started writing around 4 years ago, but I still have a long way to go.Janet,https://www.blogger.com/profile/17796999156668844943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-76217105651945767762011-10-10T21:40:26.769-04:002011-10-10T21:40:26.769-04:00What great advice! I'm determined to improve a...What great advice! I'm determined to improve and write to the best of my ability.<br /><br />Time to edit. :)<br /><br />MelMelanie N. Brasherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16911818530874840829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-84027492229038335682011-10-09T15:13:18.197-04:002011-10-09T15:13:18.197-04:00Revisions and writing more are two of the ways I u...Revisions and writing more are two of the ways I used to get better.<br /><br />I'm sure there are books and books of other ways. I like Andy's advice because it was simple.Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15163662759281341381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-44413402699010441602011-10-07T07:59:36.655-04:002011-10-07T07:59:36.655-04:00Meisenheimer is great. I went to a few of his sess...Meisenheimer is great. I went to a few of his sessions at a conference here a few years ago, and I've since been a contributor to a great project he started called storypraxis (http://www.storypraxis.com). And you know, that IS great advice!!! I think there are many authors out there who get stuck in mediocre writing, or who even regress once they've "made it" and feel a little too secure in their position. It's sad... what is life if not a chance to continually learn and grow?Faithhttp://www.boughanfire.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-10882516036293471542011-10-06T20:38:03.053-04:002011-10-06T20:38:03.053-04:00How awesome that you got to have that session with...How awesome that you got to have that session with Andy! I bet it was eye-opening to get to talk to an editor.<br /><br />And I hope things are going well with your editing process with LI! When's your book due out?<br /><br />Thanks, too, for commenting on my blog! It's great to see you!Lauren F. Boydhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03934796581125939821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-85740750525841984362011-10-06T14:34:11.825-04:002011-10-06T14:34:11.825-04:00OH, good one! The best advice I ever got was at o...OH, good one! The best advice I ever got was at one of my early play readings. Everyone loved the reading, but one person said, 'I love the character of Emily, but I'n not sure I care about her. Why should I care?'<br /><br />Why should I care about that character? I think it works for plays and novels.4 Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13539632829607456119noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-35977431163138461502011-10-06T14:24:23.690-04:002011-10-06T14:24:23.690-04:00Love this advice! I'm always searching for way...Love this advice! I'm always searching for ways to improve my writing.<br /><br />One thing that helps me clarify a technique is to teach it. Even just creating an article on the subject forces me to gain a better understanding of it.Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-5064136917446918692011-10-05T19:21:58.422-04:002011-10-05T19:21:58.422-04:00I find that reading books on writing techniques an...I find that reading books on writing techniques and keeping up with other writers helps me to improve. I can simply be browsing on my blogger dashboard and stumble upon tips from authors that I would never have thought of myself.Brandi Boddiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08017741568841209088noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-13022113926584574662011-10-05T16:10:38.983-04:002011-10-05T16:10:38.983-04:00LOL Jaime! I hope I don't get sick!!
Jeannie,...LOL Jaime! I hope I don't get sick!!<br /><br />Jeannie, good point, and I agree. ;-)Jessica Nelsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12365768876905444157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-39156516051546934772011-10-05T15:12:07.044-04:002011-10-05T15:12:07.044-04:00once you think you've arrived...it's over....once you think you've arrived...it's over. to be constantly searching for ways to improve your craft is to me doing your very best as unto the Lord.<br /><br />go Andy! :)<br /><br />jeannie<br /><a href="http://charactertherapist.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">the character therapist</a>Jeannie Campbell, LMFThttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958943404601029395noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-50770025308769941172011-10-05T13:57:56.528-04:002011-10-05T13:57:56.528-04:00Oh my! I thought by your opening line you were sic...Oh my! I thought by your opening line you were sick. LOL But what great advice toward a writer ... Get better!!Jaime Wrighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07768583469408522818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-67860701030895727942011-10-05T13:08:32.374-04:002011-10-05T13:08:32.374-04:00Sandra, that's so smart. I've been remiss ...Sandra, that's so smart. I've been remiss when it comes to craft books.<br /><br />Patti, you remember KISS? lol Also, I know I've heard people recommend writers to keep growing their craft, but to hear an editor say it really hit home.<br /><br />Lisa, that is SO true!!<br /><br />You're welcome, Loree! :-)Jessica Nelsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12365768876905444157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-87271740682042960202011-10-05T12:46:04.557-04:002011-10-05T12:46:04.557-04:00We must always keep learning and moving forward.
...We must always keep learning and moving forward.<br /><br />You got some great advice! Thanks for sharing.Loree Huebnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09845600356878587780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-11988077472388012752011-10-05T12:44:55.414-04:002011-10-05T12:44:55.414-04:00Fantastic advice. It can be applied to every area ...Fantastic advice. It can be applied to every area of our lives.<br /><br />When I received my first book contract, a friend said I had arrived. My response was something like, "Nuh uh...now I have to prove I can do it again, but even better."<br /><br />We need to keep studying the craft and sharpening our skills.Lisa Jordanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16334253815212707025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-67134800687064856762011-10-05T11:34:02.648-04:002011-10-05T11:34:02.648-04:00Funny how sometimes the best advice is so simple.Funny how sometimes the best advice is so simple.Pattihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00685341739870191402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-2314486113157259342011-10-05T11:09:04.992-04:002011-10-05T11:09:04.992-04:00I find critiquing for others helps me to be more a...I find critiquing for others helps me to be more alert to my own weak spots. I also try to read something on the craft of writing every day, whether it's a blog or a chapter of a book on writing craft, and then try to apply it to my current WIP.Sandra Orchardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01236883194496601011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-18386546087416077872011-10-05T10:19:48.711-04:002011-10-05T10:19:48.711-04:00Hi Joanne,
I think that definitely helps to grow ...Hi Joanne, <br />I think that definitely helps to grow us. :-)<br /><br />Mmmmm, LYNN! I think I need to do that today!!! Good idea. *wink*<br /><br />Eileen, I believe you're right. I hope I'm careful with my contracts and balance myself out okay. As for mentor questions, I got some advice from Katie G beforehand. :)Jessica Nelsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12365768876905444157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-75754886283080711672011-10-05T10:18:12.364-04:002011-10-05T10:18:12.364-04:00I think some definitely "settle" or get ...I think some definitely "settle" or get themselves in such time crunches that they can't possibly submit their best.<br /><br />I've always wondered what I would ask in a mentoring session. I like your question! Next time I'll have to try that out.Eileen Astels Watsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11098531184044931737noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-53096356180950229262011-10-05T10:13:12.889-04:002011-10-05T10:13:12.889-04:00No matter what we are doing, we can always use coa...No matter what we are doing, we can always use coaching to be better, to do our best, even if it is just cookin' that 100th batch of chocolate chip cookies!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-3720379027284460002011-10-05T10:05:39.159-04:002011-10-05T10:05:39.159-04:00I've never heard that writing advice, but love...I've never heard that writing advice, but love it. It seems so important to evolve and grow with each story we write. I try to get better by reading and writing often, always trying new things :)Joannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03972054718663959694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-31300724007036833072011-10-05T09:58:35.779-04:002011-10-05T09:58:35.779-04:00hahaaaa, I did a lot of marching while at ACfW. LO...hahaaaa, I did a lot of marching while at ACfW. LOL Good advice, Anita!Jessica Nelsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12365768876905444157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-51078701231619039682011-10-05T09:47:28.651-04:002011-10-05T09:47:28.651-04:00I think the best way to get better is just to kee...I think the best way to get better is just to keep writing (workshops are good, too, so you can keep polishing the craft); also, never be afraid to challenge yourself with new book ideas that might seem intimidating at first. :) <br /><br />Great post, Jessie! And I'm so proud of you for marching into that meeting spur of the moment. That's my pal.Anita Grace Howardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01797870961916148616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-86016783760243827822011-10-05T09:22:50.465-04:002011-10-05T09:22:50.465-04:00Sarah, kudos to you for taking the advice with suc...Sarah, kudos to you for taking the advice with such an awesome attitude!!! You'll get where you want to, I just know it. :-)<br /><br />Jeanette, I have to agree with you about more seasoned writers, though I'll just call it my opinion rather than judging. *grin*<br /><br />True, Katie.<br /><br />Linda, that's how I felt. In a rut. Which is why I met up with him. I hope you find an awesome book that gets your creative juices churning. :-)Jessica Nelsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12365768876905444157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-42414394284574245632011-10-05T09:20:53.076-04:002011-10-05T09:20:53.076-04:00LOL Susan. Isn't that the truth!
Karen, I kno...LOL Susan. Isn't that the truth!<br /><br />Karen, I know. It's nice and concise. Makes a good chant. lol<br /><br />Wendy, yes, funny and very, very nice. He made me feel welcome at his table, which was cool.Jessica Nelsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12365768876905444157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5429542410238239360.post-43789013439540764222011-10-05T09:14:12.966-04:002011-10-05T09:14:12.966-04:00This is exactly what I've been thinking lately...This is exactly what I've been thinking lately. I'm stuck in a rut. I need to get better. Since I don't have a lot of opportunity or free time for face to face mentoring, I was thinking a self-help writing book would be a good start.Linda Kagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00259042112816376940noreply@blogger.com