by Katie McCoach | Jan 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
When I began 2024, I had a mantra/phrase in mind for the year: Radical Self-Acceptance. The thing I’ve learned heavily this past year is that when you ask for something and set that intention with yourself, with the universe, things begin to change. Shift. Come at you...
by Katie McCoach | Jul 1, 2023 | Publishing, Reading, Writing
[This article may include affiliate links] In 2017, I, along with a few other developmental editors, co-founded a contest and community called #RevPit. This contest is for emerging writers who plan to query and pitch their work to literary agents and publishing...
by Katie McCoach | Jun 1, 2023 | Publishing, Querying
I recently I attended a lecture hosted by GLAWS, and the guest speaker for the day was literary agent, Steve Hutson. I’m sure you can guess the focus of the event (hint, see featured picture). What NOT to Say to a Literary Agent (or Editor). I like attending events...
by Katie McCoach | Apr 14, 2022 | Author Resources, Author Tips, Editing, Writing
Previously, we talked about Filter Words; what they are and why we want to eliminate them from your WIP. As I mentioned previously, one of the benefits of eliminating filter words is that it allows the reader to get even closer to the point of view character, to the...
by Katie McCoach | Apr 1, 2022 | Author Resources, Author Tips, Editing, Writing
The moment has come. You sit in front of your computer; anxiety claws at your stomach, your hands twitch, but finally, finally, you force yourself to open that email. The one you are equal parts excited for and dreading. But, you have no choice. This is the next step....