NCBLA Introduces Writing Project to Support Future Authors
Empowering Young Writers, a series of slideshows and educational resources, demonstrates writing techniques for fourth through ninth graders. The online tools, available free, are to assist educators, librarians, and parents.
Survey Finds Most Americans Unengaged with Book Banning Efforts in Public Schools
But:
The American Booksellers Association Is Publishing a Handbook for Fighting Book Bans
Five tips for writing better and faster
Prince Harry’s Spare comes out in paperback in October.
Simon & Schuster Australia has acquired Melbourne-based independent publisher Affirm Press. Affirm has about 750 titles and publishes nearly 100 books annually.
Writers Digest Best Job and Market Websites 2024
Another scam: If you get an email asking you to write a 3,000 word article, beware. A yes reply gets you an outline of what’s wanted—and an offer of $1.10 a word. That’s a bit high to be offered by someone you’ve never met or worked with. Ask for a Zoom call to iron out details. You’re likely to be turned down because the sender has a problem with their voice or Zoom. That spells SCAM.
In 2021, the Authors Guild and WPN both put out warnings about Truman Press, a press that was reported to be overly aggressive, among other complaints. I didn’t find anything new now, but we received this letter from them. As with any publisher, know who you’re dealing with and read the fine print before signing a contract, no matter how tempting it is.
From: TrumanPress
We appreciate your concern and feedback regarding the recent blogs that have surfaced about our company. We want to take this opportunity to address these claims directly and transparently.
It’s important to clarify that the allegations made in these blogs lack valid proof and seem to be based on misinformation. Our commitment to integrity and excellence is unwavering, and we are proud of the reputation we have built over the years through hard work, dedication, and a focus on our customers and community.
We encourage our audience to look for credible sources and verified information when forming opinions about our company. We stand by our values and the quality of our products/services, and we are always here to answer any questions or concerns you may have.
Thank you for your continued support and trust in us. We are committed to maintaining an open dialogue and fostering a positive relationship with our community.
