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#41 How I Sold 50+ Short Stories And What Most Writers Get Wrong with James Blakey
In this episode, we talk with author James Blakey about two important parts of building a writing career: selling books in person and publishing short stories. James shares practical advice on finding the best venues for authors, such as conventions, libraries, book festivals, and craft markets, along with tips for setting up an engaging table, interacting with readers, and perfecting your pitch. We also dive into the world of short story publishing. Drawing on his experience selling 50+ stories and editing regional anthologies, James explains how short story submissions differ from querying…
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