6 MAR 2024 · What up, Pickles?! We have another fantastic episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we recap all of Season 2! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey.

28 FEB 2024 · What up, Pickles?! We have another fantastic episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss: - Getting into writing competitions - Pros - Feedback from multiple and credible judges. - Keep your writing chops wet. - Learning time management. - Build your portfolio. - Engage in critical thinking. - Potentially receive rewards (prizes & awards). - Cons - Being ripped off - Time constraints that you maybe can’t meet. - High volume of competitors - Critiques could be rushed and limit valuable criticisms. - Setting limitations on your story - How to find competitions - Be wary of very high fees - Don’t limit yourself on how many competitions you enter. ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey. Resource links: https://blog.reedsy.com/creative-writing-prompts/, https://writingbattle.com/, https://www.writersplaygroundllc.com/register/p/8rl9syj99c47im6q9ka1tygyt3xal7, https://www.nycmidnight.com/, https://thewritelife.com/writing-contests/, https://www.pw.org/grants

22 FEB 2024 · What up, Pickles?! We have another fantastic episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss: - When in your writing journey should you enter writing contests? - How to prep for competitions - Fix these mistakes before entering a competition - Writing styles - Use homophones - Check grammatical errors - Check spelling mistakes - Be aware of proper cohesion and alignment - The psychology behind writing competitions ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey. Resource links: https://pageturnerawards.com/writing-contests

14 FEB 2024 · What up, Pickles?! We have another fantastic episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss: - The importance of joining a writers group. - Pros - Collective consciousness (writers who collaborate together tend to lift other writers up) - Comfort in sharing your story and receiving constructive criticism. - The opportunity to bounce ideas off of your new friends and receive valid feedback. - Cons - Getting into the wrong groups - Becoming dependent on your groups to further your story - Overly harsh critiquing members can become a nuance - Writers pride (in a group all writers are equals, but some think they stand at higher standards) - Constructive critique by Erik & Justin ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey.

7 FEB 2024 · What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we talk to Tina Holland about: - What made her start writing and why romance? - What inspires her to write? - What goals do she set for herself when starting a new story, and how do she set or meet these goals? - Is there a part of the writing process she dislikes or even dread? - What's her favorite part of the writing process? - If she had to choose only one of the following elements while writing a story, which would she choose: world-building or character development, and why? - What's the hardest thing for her about getting published, and does she have any secrets on how to score a meeting with publishers? ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey. Check out Tina Holland and her work at: http://tinaholland.com/

31 JAN 2024 · What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss: - Editing by publisher - Cover design & book production - Marketing - Self-Publishing - Traditionally Published - Press releases - Social media - Get book signing gigs - Where to book signing gigs? - Get on podcasts & other interview options (blogs, vlogs, etc.) - Write a thank you letter to your agent and publisher - Keep writing - Writing competitions - Short stories - Journaling ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey. Great sources for writers: https://www.writersdigest.com/ https://reedsy.com/

24 JAN 2024 · What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss: - The query letter - What should be in it - Formatting - Proof-read - Create multiple - Send everywhere - Getting that agent - Do you really need an agent? - Traditional publishing vs Self-publishing - Should you query more than 1? Can you have more than 1? - Where to find them - Do you need to pay an agent? - Typical costs for agents - When does an agent’s job start/end? ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey. Resources: https://blog.reedsy.com/literary-agents/ https://www.writersdigest.com/getting-published/6-steps-to-getting-your-query-letter-out-of-the-slush-pile https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/how-to-write-a-query-letter Great sources for writers: https://www.writersdigest.com/ https://reedsy.com/

17 JAN 2024 · What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss: - The Top 5 - Small press - Benefits and Cons of being traditionally published vs self-publishing - Do you need an agent? - Do you need a manager? - Query letters - When to pull the trigger - Can the publisher reach your intended reader? - Contracts - Offers/book deals ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey. Resource Links: https://ballastbooks.com/blog/can-should-i-sign-with-a-publisher-before-my-manuscript-is-complete/ https://www.writersdigest.com/publishing-insights/do-writers-need-literary-agents https://www.powells.com/post/lists/24-of-our-favorite-small-presses https://www.papertrue.com/blog/book-publishing-companies/ https://www.writersdigest.com/getting-published/17-pros-and-cons-of-traditional-publishing-vs-self-publishing https://writersstore.com/blogs/news/literary-manager-or-agent-which-is-right-for-me

10 JAN 2024 · What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss: - Formatting for the platform - Cover art - Should you include copyright data in your book? - Solid Synopsis for back cover - Fees depending on the platform - Ingram Sparks - KDP (Amazon) - Nook (B&N) ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey. Resource Links: https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/G200645680 https://help-press.barnesandnoble.com/hc/en-us/articles/5357384191003-Formatting-Guidelines https://kindlepreneur.com/format-for-ingramspark/

3 JAN 2024 · What up, Pickles?! We have another amazing episode for you. On this episode of Write in the Pickle Barrel, we discuss: - What is self-publishing? Pros and cons? What self-publishing companies are out there? - Amazon vs. Barnes & Noble - Ingram Sparks - Draft2Digital - The pros and cons of each - Should you stay loyal to one or extend publishing to multiple? - I.e. use KDP Select - STAY AWAY FROM THE GLAMOUR! - Xlibris - Lulu ...and so much more! So, grab your favorite beverage, get your favorite writing utensil or apparatus ready, and join us as we continue on a writer's journey.