Drop In to the dream of becoming an author. How does the book publishing business actually work? If you’re ready to tell your story, what’s the best way to do it? Do you need help crafting this tale? What about workshopping – is that helpful? When are you ready to show your work to a developmental or copy editor? The time may be now.
If you’ve finished your manuscript, what are the next steps? Place your book in the context of the marketplace and decide, who is your audience? What’s the best platform to publish your work? Podcast, electronic or paper bound book? Are you well-versed in developing your book proposal? That means having your agent pitch down. Once you’ve secured an agent, what’s the optimal venue to get your book published, with all the support it needs to be seen and heard in media outlets? Whether through traditional, hybrid, indie presses, or a combination, we’ll bring you the experts in the fields of book coaching, agenting, editing, legal advice, publishing, and publicists, plus resources on the craft of writing. No matter what route you take, your best bet is to get educated. Drop In to how stories are made.
In the end, we’ll all become stories.
(Summary by Margaret Atwood)
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Diane Dewey is an on-air host at VoiceAmerica.com with her show, Dropping In which has become one of the most listened to podcasts in the personal growth space of Identity and discovery of who we are. She’s the author of the 2019 award winning memoir, Fixing the Fates. She’s contributed articles about living as an adoptee and questioning identity in over twenty on-line journals.Through the Lens of Food.Wine.Travel-Tarajia Morrell’s Soul of NY
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The Insecure Writer’s Support Group is a website media business with affiliates to enhance our service to visitors. It is a home for writers in all stages; from unpublished to bestsellers. Their goal is to offer assistance and guidance. IWSG wants to help writers overcome their insecurities, and by offering encouragement we are creating a community of support.

"I love the interview, and the people who have heard it have been quite complimentary about it. Thanks for having me."
Martina Reaves
Author,
I'm Still Here

"Wow, just Wow!"
J. Elle, Author of Wings of Ebony
"This was an extraordinary experience of professionalism and beautifully prepared radio journalism Diane. I've now listened to the interview. It's good. Very good. Thank you."
The Late Jen Hutchinson
author of Motherling: A Walk

"It was a great conversation and I really appreciated Diane's questions and kind comments about our book."
Seth Gillihan, PhD
Co-Author with
Dr. Aria Campbell-Danesh of A Mindful Year: 365 Ways to Find Connection and the Sacred in Everyday

"Diane, your questions helped me think about my book in new ways. Thank you for this amazing opportunity!"
Debra Thomas, author of Luz, A Novel

"Had an amazing conversation with @dianedewey on her podcast about everything mental health ...❤️ "
Celeste Viciere, Author of Relationship Goals & 365 Days of Intentional Living

"What an interview, Diane. Your questions were insightful and distinctive. It's clear the book spoke to you and I really appreciate how skillfully you teased out a discussion that will allow it to speak to your listeners as well."
Rita Dragonette, author of The Fourteenth of September