Having spent some time editing the first full draft of the book (J.C.M.I.)--and periodically talking through its concept, format, chronology, cultural value, et al with the author (my mom, Bev, here)--I am looking forward to the possibility of an eventual print draft. And, I'm proud of how hard she has been hitting the agencies with queries. Get em!
Thanks for the shout-out, Beverley! I'm thrilled to hear my last post inspired.
And congrats on the article! Love the excerpt too -- definitely worthy of getting published. Whatever the reason for not getting attention, it's certainly not the quality of the writing.
Have you considered Latitude 46 publishing? (https://latitude46publishing.com/) They are a small press publishing Northern Ontario works. Not sure if Forest, Ontario counts as "Northern Ontario" or if it matters that the writer is from outside the region, but it might be worth a look. I know two authors who sold books to them, and they seem quite happy with the experience!
In any case, break a pen in your agent/publisher search. I'd say keep at it (if that was ever a question...) Often it's a matter of right place/right time...
So glad you think my pen-scratchings (actually keyboard-scratchings) are publish-worthy. I will take a look at Latitude...had not heard of them but might convince them that Forest is in the "north." It's definitely north of something!! LOL
This sounds like a loving tribute to your mom, Beverley. I can see her going to make you a cup of tea, wearing a nice cardigan, her hair beautifully done. Both the humour and the heartbreak come through as you describe her present condition. Hugs to you both.
Having spent some time editing the first full draft of the book (J.C.M.I.)--and periodically talking through its concept, format, chronology, cultural value, et al with the author (my mom, Bev, here)--I am looking forward to the possibility of an eventual print draft. And, I'm proud of how hard she has been hitting the agencies with queries. Get em!
C. Charles Bley, MFA
Thanks for the shout-out, Beverley! I'm thrilled to hear my last post inspired.
And congrats on the article! Love the excerpt too -- definitely worthy of getting published. Whatever the reason for not getting attention, it's certainly not the quality of the writing.
Have you considered Latitude 46 publishing? (https://latitude46publishing.com/) They are a small press publishing Northern Ontario works. Not sure if Forest, Ontario counts as "Northern Ontario" or if it matters that the writer is from outside the region, but it might be worth a look. I know two authors who sold books to them, and they seem quite happy with the experience!
In any case, break a pen in your agent/publisher search. I'd say keep at it (if that was ever a question...) Often it's a matter of right place/right time...
So glad you think my pen-scratchings (actually keyboard-scratchings) are publish-worthy. I will take a look at Latitude...had not heard of them but might convince them that Forest is in the "north." It's definitely north of something!! LOL
My quest for an agent continues...
Thanks so much for your comments.
This sounds like a loving tribute to your mom, Beverley. I can see her going to make you a cup of tea, wearing a nice cardigan, her hair beautifully done. Both the humour and the heartbreak come through as you describe her present condition. Hugs to you both.
I love it. Keep going. It’s all so clear, almost like I’m there with you all, and that’s comforting! You write so well. Keep going! ❤️
Thanks so much Kennedy. I hope you get to read the entire story at some point.