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Link Roundup – Sep 28 – Oct 4, 09

valleyofthemuse — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 14:08:11 +0000

From Editorial Ass: Robert the Publisher’s Gem of the Day
Fantastic anecdote about why fear of failure is a wasteful emotion and examines how little it really does for a person.

From Meta Writer on LiveJournal: Synopsis Writing: or, Why I Would Rather Scrub My Toilet With A Toothbrush
One writer’s struggle with writing the dreaded synopsis for a story submission.

From Musie: Tim Burton’s Magical Fashion
Report on recent editorial in Harper’s Bazaar that features Tim Burtonesque inspired designer fashion. Includes images of shoot.

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Blogs I Follow: Daily

valleyofthemuse — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:13:52 +0000

I’ve updated the side bar with a list of blogs I follow. These have been part of my dailies for years in some cases, which in blogging terms is quite a long time.

Bentos

Lunch in a Box: Building a Better Bento
If you’re new to bento-making, I really recommend “Lunch in a Box”. Be sure to check out the FAQ and top tips to read about the basic principles of bento-ing.

Bento Lunches community
Once you’re ready to start sharing your bentos, you can showcase them on the “Bento Lunches” community on LiveJournal. Lurking helped me learn what works and what doesn’t and gave me the confidence to try it out myself.

Fashion

The Fashion Police – Fighting Crimes of Fashion
Features a great mix of high fashion, affordable trends, and fashion disasters. Images and witty writing keep me coming back.

Personal Finance

The Simple Dollar – Financial Talk for the Rest of Us
One of the best blogs around for personal finance and frugality, updated several times a day. The writing style is clear and personable, the topics varied and easily applicable. There’s a reason he’s ranked as a top blogger, and he sets the standard for all blogs regardless of topic.

Wise Bread – Living Large on a Small Budget
A number of different bloggers contribute to various topics centred around personal finance, frugality, careers, family, etc. Includes product reviews and giveaways.

Photography

Dark Roasted Blend – a weird and wonderful photography blog
I’m always fascinated by what’s posted. The images are at times humorous and achingly beautiful art.

Publishing Industry

Trio of publishing blogs that I always enjoy.

Editorial Anonymous – A Children’s Book Editor
Mostly writes about being a children’s book editor, but if you’re interested in being published, there’s a lot of good information here. Takes the time to answer reader questions about things like why you don’t need to illustrate your picture book before sending it to a publisher, and what to say when an editor calls you and tells you they’re making an offer on your manuscript.

Editorial Ass – a recovering editorial assistant
Mix of personal anecdotes, publishing news and what it’s like to be an editor. Personable style that’s amusing and helpful.

Pub Rants – a literary agent blog
Publishing industry from an agent’s perspective (rather than editor like the previous two), this blog covers industry-specific information that an unpublished author needs to know about, such as advances, query letter etiquette, etc.

What are some of your favourite blogs that you check daily?

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Link Roundup – September 6-12, 2009

valleyofthemuse — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:31:25 +0000

From John Scalzi: Rationilizations Run Thick
Comment on rationalizing why you shouldn’t even try being a writer

From Writer Beware Blog: Writers’ Myth: “You Have To Know Someone”
Dispels myth of needing connections in order to be published.

From Pub Rants: Glazed Like Donuts
Quick tips on successfully pitching at a writing conference.

From My Bad Habits: How to Capitalize on Your Breakthroughs: Elation, Reflection, Intention
Great reminder with practical tips on celebrating your accomplishments and milestones.

From Freelance Folder: Top 10 Biggest Website Redesigns of all Time
List of 10 famous online companies that includes before and after shots of their sites.

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Link Roundup – August 30th to September 5th

valleyofthemuse — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:44:28 +0000

From Editorial Anonymous: Series Potential? Seriously?
Have I linked anything from Editorial Anonymous yet? This is one of three publishing industry blogs that I follow religiously. This post talks about querying for a series of children’s books and why it’s not a good idea.

From io9: Tor Editor Patrick Nielsen Hayden On the Future of SF Books
Interview covers electronic publishing, online serialization, and the future of reading formats.

From Salon’s Broadsheet: Is it ever OK to tar your kid in print?
Battle brewing between author Julie Myerson and her portrayal of her son as an alleged drug addict. Article examines the repercussions to the son and the morality of writing about your children in a way that portrays them in a negative light.

From lifehack.org: Ten Great Ways to Crush Creativity
Tongue in cheek look at how a corporate leaders’ behaviour can impact and destroy innovation and creativity in their department or organization.

Pictures of Neil Gaiman’s personal library
I saw this linked on John Scalzi’s blog. It’s a bibliophiles dream room.

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Link Roundup – August 23-29 2009

valleyofthemuse — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 18:43:16 +0000

Eye Magazine (Toronto weekly): Nine Inch Nails – The Last Canadian Show Ever?
Trent Reznor talks about NIN disappearing for a while, memorable Toronto shows, the record industry and creativity.

From Pub Rants: What Agents Talk About When We Talk about Auctions
Pub Rants is one of the best publishing industry blogs because of posts like this. Book auctions are explained from editor, agent and author perspective.

From The Simple Dollar: Rule #11- Find and Work Toward Your True Passions
Concise and thoughtful list for transitioning your career to something you’re passionate about.

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Weekly Link Roundup

valleyofthemuse — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 23:23:55 +0000

From PresidiaCreative: 55 Epic, Weird and Totally Awesome Images
Some fantastic images in this collection of digital images. My favourite ones are the lego hospital, the robot hiding an infant, and the soccer players made of fingers. It’s worth clicking on the larger images to see all the detail.

From Blood-Red Pencil: Book Trailers that Answer the Buy Questions (by Lisa Gottfried)
An excellent and pointed advice post for authors creating book trailers. Can easily be applied to promoting any creative product via youtube.

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