The Writing Mentor

Antoinette Tyrrell

This page is where you get a flavour of my free newsletter content. It's contains samples of my honest and unfiltered experience of writing and traditional publishing. Afraid you'll never get an agent? Don't know how to start or finish your book? Desperate for a book deal? Want to grab the traditional book publishing industry by the throat and shake it? 

I've been through it all, have written 5 novels, landed two book deals, secured an agent, left an agent and survived submission. Learn from my experience to avoid making the same mistakes and sign up for my free The Writing Mentor Newsletter. 

Timing in Publishing: Does It Really Matter?

Timing in Publishing: Does It Really Matter?

For writers finishing manuscripts, this is the week agents and editors are back at their desks and therefore it seems like the perfect time to start querying and submitting.

Why Your Dialogue Sounds Fake and how to Fix It Instantly

Why Your Dialogue Sounds Fake and how to Fix It Instantly

Writing believable dialogue is one of the hardest skills to master.

Is Your Manuscript Actually Ready? Take This 5-Minute Test to Find Out

Is Your Manuscript Actually Ready? Take This 5-Minute Test to Find Out

You’ve typed The End, but is your manuscript ready to go into the world?

Querying is not the Only way to Find an Agent

Querying is not the Only way to Find an Agent

Plus, how to stand out in the Agent Slush Pile

Do you Lack the Discipline to Make it as a Writer?

Do you Lack the Discipline to Make it as a Writer?

Without Discipline you set yourself up for Failure.

The Pain of Waiting while Querying and on Submission

The Pain of Waiting while Querying and on Submission

A Real Life Timeline of Waiting when on Submission

Are Creative Writing Courses Worth the Money?

Are Creative Writing Courses Worth the Money?

Spending cash on a creative writing course is a big decision.