Writers Chat

Writers Chat Recap September Part 1

September 18, 2022
Writers Chat Recap

Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all things writing, by writers and for writers!

“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it.”

Featuring…

Live Bio Critiques with Eddie Melson

Social media expert Edie Melson, co-author of the best-selling Social Media for Today’s Writer, returns to Writers Chat to do live critiques of several writers’ bios. This episode follows up on our previous episode with Edie, “Every Writer Needs a Bio.” This hands-on advice will provide you with additional tips and ideas for creating, revising, and perfecting your own bios.

Watch the August 23rd replay.

Edie Melson is a woman of faith with ink-stained fingers experiencing life through the lens of her camera. Her advice, “Find your voice, live your story.” Her bestselling eBook on social media has been updated, expanded, and re-released with co-author DiAnn Mills as Social Media for Today’s Writer. She’s the director of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference and author of numerous books.

She’s quick to remind those she meets about the practical and personal applications of God’s infinite love. Visit her online at www.EdieMelson.com https://youtu.be/r9Ol5RnJkug                            

Understanding Literary Contracts with Chip MacGregor

In this episode of Writers Chat, Literary agent Chip MacGregor shares insights on understanding literary contracts and answers questions about the publishing industry. He discusses the six elements of a literary contract. Plus, Chip answered questions about Query Tracker, contracts for illustrators, sci-fi publishers, and how to negotiate your contract if you don’t have an agent. Check out this week’s replay for more information and resources.

Watch the September 6th replay.

Chip MacGregor, the president of MacGregor Literary, a former publisher with the Time-Warner Book Group and Hachette, and has been working in publishing since… the Coolidge Administration, apparently. He is the author of several books and a blog that was routinely named one of “the 101 best websites for writers.” It turns out the guy has done more than a thousand book contracts, represented titles on nearly every bestseller list (including hitting #1 on the New York Times and USA Today lists). Chip and his writer wife, Holly Lorincz live on the Oregon coast.

Writers Chat is hosted live each Tuesday for an hour starting at 10 AM CT / 11 AM ET
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