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Writing a memoir is a deeply personal journey, a labor of love where each word carries the weight of one's life experiences. As I find myself in the final editing stages of my memoir, I've encountered a fascinating problem that has left me pondering the proper role of editors in shaping a writer's work. Initially …
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In the world of literature, the determination of what constitutes a "good" book often sparks debates, discussions, and sometimes, perplexity. Goodreads, a platform widely respected for its book recommendations and reviews, recently unveiled its list of the best books for 2023. Notably, the top memoir on this prestigious list happens to be Britney Spears's newly …
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In the realm of digital media, platforms serve as spaces for creators to connect with their audiences, share their thoughts, and build communities. However, I recently made a significant decision to part ways with a certain platform due to a surge in hate speech and misinformation. This departure wasn't just a matter of convenience or …
One of the perennial points of contention in the author-agent relationship is the request for "comps" or book comparisons. We authors are frequently asked to provide titles that are similar to our work, a practice intended to help agents pitch our manuscripts to publishers. But herein lies the frustration ...
Upon amassing a considerable following within the Twitter writing community, the algorithm concluded that I was not a human user, leading to the permanent suspension of my account, which cannot be appealed.
Tate Basildon 