Jane Friedman Blog
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Helping authors and publishers flourish in the digital age.
Jane Friedman has 25 years of experience in the publishing industry & co-founder and editor of The Hot Sheet. And has more than 15 years of experience in the book and magazine publishing industry, with expertise in digital media. Read her blog to know more.
Jane Friedman Blog
18h ago
In story as in art, what’s hinted at in the shadows can add intriguing layers of depth and interest ..read more
Jane Friedman Blog
18h ago
When a project itself is confusing to its creator, here’s a quick look at ways to unclutter stuff, people, and the words we write ..read more
Jane Friedman Blog
3d ago
One author successfully pitched her memoir based on its thematic point, but shaping it into a satisfying narrative arc was much tricker ..read more
Jane Friedman Blog
1w ago
Current research favors regular nurturing of a skill, as discussed in this excerpt from Deliberate Practice for Creative Writers by Jules Horne ..read more
Jane Friedman Blog
1w ago
One writer found herself chained to an idea that just wasn’t working, and needed fresh perspective from a colleague in order to break free ..read more
Jane Friedman Blog
1w ago
When trying to best tell a particular story, consider that some medium other than words on a page might be the right solution ..read more
Jane Friedman Blog
1w ago
It’s tempting to agonize over the best way to get the words down, but all that matters is to choose a project, write it, and ask for support ..read more
Jane Friedman Blog
2w ago
Protagonist, antagonist, rising and falling action, arc of change, emotion—all must be developed in a picture book, and in under 500 words ..read more
Jane Friedman Blog
2w ago
It’s an artist’s job to trust that deep satisfaction from our creative work arrives by keeping at it even when we feel stuck ..read more
Jane Friedman Blog
2w ago
Even if you decide to design and format your own book, it’s important to be aware of fundamental elements of book composition ..read more