Nathan Bransford on Weighing Contradictory Advice
Years ago, aspiring authors struggled in a sort of abyss, with no information about the publishing industry and process available. Maybe you had some colleagues who could provide a few tips. Maybe you relied on some out-dated books for strategies and techniques. But as a whole, information was pretty lacking. Nowadays, with all the information…
continue readingCar Crash at the King Estate
According to published reports, a car crashed into the fence surrounding bestselling author Stephen King’s Bangor, Maine home. Nobody was injured in the accident and King himself was not at home. As the reports point out, King has had several unfortunate incidents over the years. It can become quite tiresome to hear these Hollywood celebrities…
continue readingA Deluge of Emails
A number of Slushpile readers have emailed questions about the activities regarding this first week of my first book’s release. One of the questions was, “What’s the most surprising thing about the release?” And my answer might surprise you. Before that, I need to explain something about myself: I’m pretty good and juggling multiple responsibilities…
continue readingMy First Release Day
So after years and years of working, tons of twists and turns, a shaft-job by an unstable agent a few years ago, and all the usual rejections and troubles that face aspiring authors, my first book is released today. The Man Behind the Nose: Assassins, Astronauts, Cannibals, and Other Stupendous Tales hits bookstore shelves nationwide.…
continue readingGuest Blogging at Powell’s
In conjunction with the release of my first book The Man Behind the Nose: Assassins, Astronauts, Cannibals, and Other Stupendous Tales by Larry Harmon, I’ll be guest-blogging over at Powells all week. Stop by, check it out, and be sure to tip your bookseller.
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