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Monday, January 4, 2016 6:50:47 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Celebrating La Befana:
Kathryn said, "The holidays continue long past Christmas in other countries. Italy celebrates the story of La Befana on January 5. Click on the link to my website to learn more about her, including an original..." more
Tuesday, December 22, 2015 2:19:44 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Merry Christmas!:
Kathryn said, "Wishing you all the very best during the holidays. Click on the link for a special Christmas greeting.http://www.bluemountain.com/ecards/christmas/spirit-of-christmas/card-3285565"
Monday, August 31, 2015 2:47:18 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled An Amazing Talent:
Kathryn said, "A beautiful example of accordion virtuosity. Never thought "The Four Seasons" could sound so incredible with just one instrument. Vivaldi would be proud.This young man is Alexander Hrustevich, a Ukranian teenager. http://hrustevich.com/en/bioEnjoy!"
Tuesday, May 5, 2015 12:32:29 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled How to Publish Like the Pros:
Kathryn said, "This is a free webinar that will take place on Thursday, May 7. The details below are part of an email I received from Joel Friedlander, one of the co-presenters.It's sponsored by Kirkus Reviews. Sounds intriguing. What: Free webinar,..." more
Tuesday, April 14, 2015 6:03:17 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled INDIE RECON IS ALMOST HERE!:
Kathryn said, "INDIE RECON, a free online conference founded by S.R. Johannes and Ali Cross, begins tomorrow, Wednesday, April 15 and runs through Friday, April 17.There are events for beginners on up. Some titles to tempt you:10 Million Sold and Counting: Barbara..." more
Wednesday, February 25, 2015 2:32:22 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled KARALINE AND THE GREEN MAN:
Kathryn said, "I've posted a new middle-grade short story on my website. It's based on the Slavic myth of the Green Man, also known as Leshee.Hop on over for a look:http://kathrynjankowskibooks.com/stories/Enjoy!"
Friday, January 9, 2015 12:18:13 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled HAPPY NEW YEAR!:
Kathryn said, "Wishing you and yours all the very best this year.Cheers!KathrynImage credit: bancodeimagenesgratis.com"
Thursday, May 29, 2014 4:47:11 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Maya Angelou, A Phenomenal Woman:
Kathryn said, "Maya Angelou was a true Renaissance woman: writer, singer, dancer, director, civil rights activist. But for me, she'll always be first and foremost a poet. A sample from one of my favorites:Pretty women wonder where my secret lies. I'm not cute or..." more
Wednesday, May 7, 2014 10:08:11 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Free Chapter Up At Website and Wattpad:
Kathryn said, "You can read the first chapter of JURATA'S DAUGHTER for free on my website: http://kathrynjankowskibooks.com/juratas-daughter/or view it at Wattpad:http://www.wattpad.com/story/15940259-jurata%27s-daughterEnjoy!"
Monday, March 31, 2014 8:37:39 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Four Sites to Find Agents:
Kathryn said, "Image by David Castillo Dominici, FreeDigitalPhotos.net.Though I initially planned to self-publish JURATA'S DAUGHTER, my editor convinced me to give querying a try first. She loves the book and thinks others will, too. Sure hope so.Here's a list of..." more
Thursday, February 27, 2014 10:40:28 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled 5 Great Books for Indie Authors:
Kathryn said, "As I begin my journey towards indie publishing, I've been buying books aimed at newbies. Here are five to consider.If you click on the title you'll be taken to Amazon.com, where you can check out the Table of Contents for each book and then decide..." more
Thursday, February 27, 2014 10:40:28 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Does Your Publishing Contract Guarantee a Print Edition?:
Kathryn said, "Publishers Weekly just ran an article about contracts and book formats that affects anyone looking for a traditional deal.Agents (most speaking anonymously) are concerned that contracts will soon come with clauses that make no guarantee on format...." more
Thursday, February 27, 2014 10:40:28 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Indie Recon is Coming!:
Kathryn said, "Mark your calendars for 2014's Indie Recon, the conference for independent writers. It's coming next week, February 25-27.It looks like another year full of great presenters, including JA Konrath and Susan Kaye Quinn, and a wide range of topics,..." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 3:09:26 AM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled Bloomsbury Spark Seeking Submissions!:
Kathryn said, "It's rare to find a publisher who'll accept submissions without an agent. But if you've got a teen, YA, or New Adult manuscript between 20,000 and 60,000 words, then Bloomsbury Spark has a new imprint you may want to consider. Spark is a..." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 3:09:26 AM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled The 2013 Baker's Dozen Agent Auction:
Kathryn said, "If you're a regular reader of Miss Snark's First Victim, you know she has monthly "Secret Agent" contests. But the biggest event of the year is her "Baker's Dozen Agent Auction", during which agents bid on promising manuscripts.To participate,..." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 3:09:26 AM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled My New Site:
Kathryn said, "I've been busy putting together my very own website!Hop on over, have a look, and tell me what you think.http://kathrynjankowskibooks.com/"
Friday, September 6, 2013 3:09:26 AM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled What Every Speculative Fiction Writer Needs:
Kathryn said, "A critique group dedicated to your genre, that's what!Get the full story at my website:http://kathrynjankowskibooks.com/2013/08/what-every-speculative-fiction-writer-needs/While you're there, be sure to sign up for email alerts when I post. No more..." more
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
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 8, 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 5, 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]"
Monday, May 16, 2016 12:48:44 PM
Kathryn Jankowski wrote a blog post titled NOBODY KNEW SHE WAS THERE:
Kathryn said, "My OWW writer friend, Phillip Spencer, who pens the blog "Nightspore", recently linked to a post by British author Freda Warrington (ELFLAND), in which she discusses her desire to create strong female characters when writing fantasy. An..." more