Bestselling writer William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the world of books, offers writing tips, and interviews Jane Friedman about her new book, The Business of Being a Writer.

News:
1) Tor introduces a new horror imprint.
2) Scribd offers new short-form works to its subscribers.
3) WattPad makes a deal with Sony to develop its stories into film.

Writing Tips
1) This may be the best time to publish your poetry--and start on Instagram.

Interview
Jane Friedman has been in the publishing world for more than twenty years, advising both writers and publishers. She is the co-founder of The Hot Sheet, an industry newsletter, and her new book is titled The Business of Being a Writer, in which she discusses how an author can integrate the creative and the business aspects to make both successful.

William Bernhardt will be leading a small-group writing retreat in Eureka Springs AR in July. For more information, visit: william.bernhardt.com

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