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Lynn Wiese Sneyd 'The Book Biz Whiz', is a Writer, Literary Expert, PR Consultant and Owner of LWS Literary Services where she assists authors in book publicity campaigns, agent searches, book proposal writing, and editing.
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Lynn Wiese Sneyd discusses Writing Success!

The Writer’s Toolbox
By Lynn Wiese Sneyd 'The Book Biz Whiz', Literary Expert & PR Consultant

Sharp pencils. Pens with ink. Paper. A powered computer. These items are essentials to the writing life. If you’re interested in transforming the writing life into the business of writing, then you need to add a few additional items to your writer’s toolbox.

- Editor: Behind every good writer is a good editor. Find yours.

- Bio: People who want to book you for an interview or presentation will ask for your bio. Have three available in varying word lengths (e.g. 250-500 words; 100-150 words; 50-75 words).

- Professional Author Photo: You want to look your best, right? Make sure your photographer knows cameras and portraitures.

- Website: Make it shine. Make it sing. Often this is the first place people meet you.

- Blog: Decide how frequently you’re going to write and post your blogs. They are key to social media marketing.

- The Pitch: Sell the sizzle in 3-4 short paragraphs.. Pitch it to radio, television, newspapers, magazines, libraries, bookstores, book clubs, bloggers conferences – any place that will give you publicity.

- “Gone Hiking” Sign: Remember to have fun! It’s not about writing 24-7. It’s about having experiences and writing about them.