Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Lara Elena Donnelly, author of The Amberlough Dossier and her new novel, Base Notes.

Chapter 1: Introduction
WriterCon is our annual writers conference designed for YOU, people who are serious about writing and becoming successful writers. The conference is in OKC over Labor Day weekend, Sept 2-5. The sessions are recorded so you can participate even if you don’t come in person. At WriterCon you’ll have a chance to pitch leading agents and editors, consult with a wide variety of experts, and meet some wonderful people. Headliners this year include NYT-bestselling thriller writer Robert Dugoni and former US Poet Laureate Billy Collins. Learn more at: www.writercon.com.

Chapter 2: News
q) Nelson Literary Agency releases annual statistics on queries received and authors signed; and
b) Different sources provide different information about print and eBook sales in 2021.

Chapter 2: Interview with Lara Elena Donnelly
In this interview, the Nebula, Locus, and Lambda-nominated author discusses:
a) where she gets her unique ideas;
b) how she researches her books;
c) how she handles gender norms;
d) whether artists must make sacrifices for their work;
e) character sympathy versus character empathy; and
f) creating an evolving outline.

Chapter 4: Parting Words
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William Bernhardt
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