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What rejection really means
Submitting your work to a publisher or literary agent is an exciting and nerve-wracking process. You've spent countless hours working on your manuscript, polishing it until it shines, and now you're ready to share it with the world. Unfortunately, the reality is that...
Who should I tag in my book reviews?
When you post a book review on social media, there’s a few people you could tag. Most reviewers start by tagging the author, publisher, and any book clubs they're a part of. It's a great way to help spread the word and support the author's work.Tagging the author is...
CDP signs second novel from Jane Allison
CDP are pleased to announce that we have re-signed a contract with Jane Allison for her second novel, The Headmaster’s Daughter. The Headmaster’s Daughter is the sequel to Jane’s debut novel, The Gardener’s Wife, released in March 2021. In the sequel we revisit Emma...
Do I need an agent to get my book published?
Writing a book can be a long and arduous process, but getting it published can be an even bigger challenge. One question that often comes up for aspiring authors is whether they need an agent to get their book published. The answer is not as straightforward as a...
How do you answer the question “What books are your manuscript similar to?” when submitting your manuscript to an agent?
First off, it's important to strike a balance between identifying books that are similar to yours and highlighting the unique aspects of your manuscript that set it apart from those books. One way to identify similar books is to do some research into the types of...
Should you chase an agent or publisher for an answer about your submission?
Once you’ve submitted, the worst part of the process is the waiting for an answer. After investing countless hours of hard work and creativity into writing and editing, it’s understandable that you want to receive a response as soon as possible. However, it’s...
5 mistakes to avoid when querying
Submitting a manuscript to an agent or publisher can be a bit like a blind date: you're not sure what to expect and you might make a fool of yourself. But don't worry, by avoiding these five common mistakes, you can increase your chances of ending up with the...
CDP signs third new Helen Aitchison novel
CDP are pleased to announce that we have re-signed a contract with Helen Aitchison for her third novel, 31 Days of May. May is a 24-year-old science student, who has forever felt like a square person in a round world, not quite fitting in and never being the right...
Get to know the author: Clare Hawkins
Find out what Clare’s process is when researching for her historical fiction novels, plus the answers to other writing related questions.
Get to know the author: Lynne Hackles
Find out how Lynne got the ideas for over 600 short stories, plus the answers to other writing related questions.