About 16 months ago I joined the Romance Writers Association (RWA)
because it was prudent career strategy. Not only are connections made between
writers, agents and publishers (a very good thing), membership provides you
with some hip-pocket heft if you get into a rumble with an iffy publishing
house.
I did not, however, join it for their magazine, which arrives in my
mailbox every month and until yesterday had remained untouched in a growing pile
on my desk. (Mind gremlins in their finest fiddle.)
Yesterday, I wrestled the panic minions temporarily to the ground to
finally have a look.
*soaks in the spattering of
applause and smiles*
My opinion on the publication is two-fold and utterly meaningless. But
here it goes nonetheless.
First, it is a well-done magazine with loads of information for the
newbie romance writer and self-publisher. Bravo.
Second, I’m a square peg in a world of round holes. Not that this is
news, but it did become blaringly clear reading through the author bios and
opinions and even the advertisements.
Bottom line: I’m glad I peeked and will peek again, but my square edges
are showing and feeling kind of itchy.
Until tomorrow…
Chloe
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