Antoinette Tyrrell
RomCom Novelist & Writing Mentor
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If you're a midlife woman who loves books and dreams of starting over, this blog is for you. Added points if you love contemporary women's fiction and have always thought you could write a book. Sign up and you'll also be part of my mailing list so you'll never miss any of my book updates including new releases, pre-orders and special offers, along with how to guides and my experience of starting over in midlife.
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I've been through it all, written six novels, landed book deals, secured agents, left agents and survived submission. I also left a permanent and pensionable job and started a completely new life in Spain, all after the age of 40. Learn from my experience to avoid making the same mistakes and get some insights into my life as a writer, along with the latest book news, by signing up for my free Writing Mentor Newsletter.
Think Querying is the Only Way to get a Literary Agent?
Building a network of contacts in the industry, other writers, editors, and advisors can be a great way to lead you to your agent. Here's some of the places you can look at for other routes to connecting with agents…
Waiting for a book deal? Here's What You Can Control
You can't control much while you wait to be signed by an agent or get a book deal, but there are some things you can. Focusing on these makes the whole experience less frustrating.
The Brutal Truth About How I Got my Book Deal
Considering parting ways with your agent, on submission but getting zero responses, terrified you're never going to get a book deal? This article is for you.
How to Write a Killer Synopsis That Sells Your Book
Hate writing synopses? You're not alone but you can master it. Discover the steps to crafting a killer synopsis that gets agents hooked. Don’t miss the insider tips, click to read and sign up for the FREE Writing Mentor Newsletter!
Why Most First-Time Novelists Quit and How You Can Finally Finish Your Book
With the right tools and support, you can complete your draft, refine it and take the next step toward publication.
Why Your Book Isn’t Getting Noticed by Agents Plus 7 Fixes
Literary agents aren’t just looking for good books, they’re looking for irresistible opportunities.
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.
