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Friday, April 12, 2013 2:08:46 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled SCBWI Summer Conference Schedule Is Up!:
Kathryn said, "Good news for those who want to peruse the schedule for SCBWI's Summer Conference before registration opens on April 18.Follow the link (below) and you'll find three days' worth of workshops and keynote speeches, with tracks identified for published..." more
Monday, April 08, 2013 5:30:38 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled SCBWI SUMMER CONFERENCE:
Kathryn said, "If you're a member of SCBWI you probably already know about its summer conference, held annually in Los Angeles. This year's event runs from August 2-5.Though the 2013 schedule hasn't been posted yet, from the info currently up at SCBWI's site (see..." more
Friday, March 22, 2013 8:07:03 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled 5 Ways to Impress an Agent:
Kathryn said, "I recently attended a webinar hosted by Author Media (see 3-11 post) that was full of great information on how to deal with agents and editors at writers' conferences.The overriding idea was simple: preparation is key. You don't just show up, you..." more
Monday, March 11, 2013 6:42:05 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled How to Win Agents and Influence Editors:
Kathryn said, "Agent Media is hosting a webinar on March 18—featuring mega-agent Rachelle Gardner and marketing expert Thomas Umstattd, Jr.—on how to stand out at a writer's conference.Just a hint of what they're offering:What turns agents on, what turns them..." more
Tuesday, March 05, 2013 4:18:19 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled WriteOnCon 2013 Pitch Fest:
Kathryn said, "You've got until March 10 to submit a pitch to the critique forums at WriteOnCon's 2013 Pitch Fest.If you've written a MG or YA book and have a query you want to polish, go ahead and give this a try. Extra eyes are so very important and the..." more
Sunday, February 24, 2013 11:00:05 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Where Can I Get a Cat Like This?:
Kathryn said, "Oh, how I wish this video were longer!The bond between these two is truly amazing. [wipes eyes]"
Thursday, February 21, 2013 8:22:01 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled IndieRecon, Day Three:
Kathryn said, "It's the final day of IndieReCon and the content continues to be amazing.My faves of the day:Measuring Success by Susan Kaye Quinn - http://www.indierecon.org/2013/02/measuring-success-by-susan-kaye-quinn.htmlBreaking into International Markets..." more
Wednesday, February 20, 2013 8:22:00 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Indie ReCon, Day Two:
Kathryn said, "Lots of great information coming your way again as IndieReCon enters Day Two.My picks of the day: Chat with Samantha Young and RaShelle Workman - http://www.indierecon.org/2013/02/chat-with-samantha-young-and-rashelle.html Releasing..." more
Tuesday, February 19, 2013 10:05:59 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled IndieRecon, Day One:
Kathryn said, "A great first day for this online conference geared toward independent publishing. The posts will be archived, so you can go back and read them at your leisure.I especially enjoyed:The Future of Digital Publishing by Bob..." more
Thursday, February 14, 2013 11:33:52 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Indie Recon:
Kathryn said, "I thought I wouldn't blog again, but there's too much going on and I miss the camaraderie. Don't know how often you'll get posts from me, but when I see something like Indie Recon, I'll be sure to pass it on.Many thanks to S.R. Johannes for..." more
Thursday, December 01, 2011 10:57:43 AM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Happy Trails:
Kathryn said, "I suppose it's never easy to end a blog, but the time feels right. Thanks to everyone who stopped by and shared your thoughts. That meant a lot to me. As the song goes: Happy trails to you, until we meet again."
Monday, November 21, 2011 4:05:10 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Happy Thanksgiving!:
Kathryn said, "Wishing you all the blessings of the day. Enjoy!"
Tuesday, November 01, 2011 7:29:02 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled And We're Off!:
Kathryn said, "With NaNo starting and a trip to the wine country and Thanksgiving, it's going to be a very busy month. Doubt I'll be visiting the web much. So best wishes to all and I'll see you soon. Cheers!"
Tuesday, October 25, 2011 3:26:15 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Once Upon A Time - Are You Hooked?:
Kathryn said, "Okay, the good stuff first. Robert Carlyle makes a great Rumpelstiltskin/Mr. Gold. The production values are fairly high with decent special effects. The basic plot—storybook characters cursed with amnesia, doomed to a life with no happy endings..." more
Wednesday, October 19, 2011 6:56:21 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Love Your Body Day!:
Kathryn said, "It's impossible to avoid them. All those images of airbrushed models, impossibly thin, along with ads for products promising youth and beauty. Well, today I'm inviting you to help me celebrate Love Your Body Day; a day dedicated to accepting what..." more
Tuesday, October 18, 2011 5:32:59 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Win A Kindle at Reader Unboxed!:
Kathryn said, "The brand-spanking new Reader Unboxed, an offshoot of the popular Writer Unboxed, is giving away a Kindle! Contest closes Sunday October 23 at midnight EST. Head on over and leave a comment. While you're there, check out all the nifty features the..." more
Tuesday, October 11, 2011 4:10:56 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Let's Hear It for the Gals!:
Kathryn said, ""Because man and woman are the complement of one another, we need woman's thought in national affairs to make a safe and stable government." Elizabeth Cady Stanton Here in California, we're celebrating the 100th anniversary of women getting the..." more
Thursday, October 06, 2011 5:45:10 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled NaNoWriMo: Do You Prep?:
Kathryn said, "Never thought I'd do it, but the time seems right. Still, I'm heeding advice to be prepared. Here's what I plan to have in place before November 1. If you have additional suggestions, please let me know. Thanks. Stakes - public (the big picture,..." more
Wednesday, September 28, 2011 5:47:51 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled When Voice Trumps All - The Night Circus:
Kathryn said, "Though it didn't sweep me away completely, THE NIGHT CIRCUS is a fabulous example of how an author's way with words can keep you intrigued even when you feel the pacing lags. Morgenstern's writing is especially strong when it comes to imagery. At..." more
Tuesday, September 20, 2011 3:49:12 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Lips Touch Three Times:
Kathryn said, "This was my introduction to Laini Taylor and I'm hungering for more! LIPS TOUCH is three stories loosely connected by the theme of once-in-a-lifetime kisses. Each section begins with a graphic overview of the tale (illustrations by Taylor's..." more
Tuesday, September 13, 2011 2:53:30 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Curse You, Roget!:
Kathryn said, "Just returned from a fabulous weekend in San Francisco. Saw the Picasso exhibit at the DeYoung and gleefully cheered on my homeboys as they beat the L.A. Dodgers, 8-1, on Sunday. Go Giants! Now I'm back to working on another set of revisions for..." more
Tuesday, September 06, 2011 1:21:54 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Why I Love The Hunger Games:
Kathryn said, "During my blogcation, I re-read the first book in Suzanne Collins' mega-selling trilogy and was impressed anew, especially since I approached it via the principles in WRITING THE BREAKOUT NOVEL by Donald Maass. (If you do not have this book, buy it..." more
Sunday, August 14, 2011 9:49:18 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Help Save Rick Yancey's MONSTRUMOLOGIST:
Kathryn said, "Yes, I know I'm supposed to be off having fun in the sun, but I just heard about Simon & Schuster's decision to stop publishing THE MONSTRUMOLOGIST series by Rick Yancey. His work isn't for the faint of heart, but he writes first-rate horror..." more
Monday, August 01, 2011 6:06:35 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled See you In September:
Kathryn said, "The dog days of August are here and I'm taking some long overdue R&R. See you in September. Or will I? ;-)"
Saturday, April 20, 2013 10:55:01 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Want to Change from Blogger to Wordpress?:
Kathryn said, "Paranormal author Jami Gold is conducting two hour-long classes this week that will show you how to set up a free or hosted website using WordPress.It's one of many classes available through WANA (We Are Not Alone) International, a social media site..." more