Category Archives: Publishing

How (Not) to Submit a Manuscript

Posted on February 24, 2014 by martinrowe

We’re sent a lot of manuscripts at my publishing house, Lantern Books; it’s one of the hazards of the profession. Well, that’s not fair: We depend on them to keep in business, so we welcome them all. However, much of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Publishing | Tagged , | Comments Off on How (Not) to Submit a Manuscript

Reasons to Write a Book #2: The Big Business Card

Posted on February 20, 2014 by martinrowe

My publishing company, Lantern Books, doesn’t give advances. Quite simply, we can’t afford to lay out cash to pay an author before spending more money on producing the book, in the hopes that we’ll recoup the money from the sales. … Continue reading →

Posted in Publishing, Writing | Comments Off on Reasons to Write a Book #2: The Big Business Card

Reasons to Write a Book #1: Because You Must

Posted on February 20, 2014 by martinrowe

Over the years, I’ve had occasion to tell would-be authors why they shouldn’t try to write a book. Some want fame and fortune. Unless you happen to land an agent (unlikely), who gets you a substantial advance with a large … Continue reading →

Posted in Publishing, Writing | Comments Off on Reasons to Write a Book #1: Because You Must