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“It’s time to start thinking about publishing as a business…
If you want to pursue publishing, you are starting a business.”
We are very excited that Rachelle Gardner will be at Declare Conference this year. She brings so much experience and knowledge of the writing and publishing industry, and has thoughtful advice for writers in every stage of the process.
Rachelle Gardner is an agent and publishing coach, working with authors on both fiction and nonfiction. A publishing industry veteran since 1995, she has worked inside two publishing companies and worked with more than 200 authors to bring their books to publication.
As an agent, Rachelle represents an impressive list of more than 70 bestselling and award-winning authors published by HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, Penguin Random House and more.
As a publishing coach, she gives professional insight and feedback to writers needing guidance in taking the next step toward publication. Whether you’re a published author, or have a God-given dream to write a book, listen to our conversation today- there’s something for everyone!
WHAT WE CHAT ABOUT:
- Tips for getting unstuck in the writing process
- Rachelle’s coaching services
- A mindset shift for pursuing a publishing career
- The importance and value of diversity in publishing
- Advice for Declare attendees
- Apps for writers: Scrivner, Freedom, Plann, and Planoly
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CONNECT WITH RACHELLE:
- Rachelle Gardner Coaching
- A Writer’s Life
- Your Path to Publishing
- Rachelle on Facebook
- Rachelle on Instagram
- Book a One-on-One Appointment with Rachelle at Declare 2019
ONE ON ONE APPOINTMENTS AT DECLARE:
- Do you have a book idea or proposal that you are ready to pitch to an industry professional? Do you need help gaining clarity for your next step? Do you need help defining your target market and establishing a consistent brand? Declare is here for you! We are excited to offer you one-on-one appointments with three industry professionals this year!
- ONE on ONE with Literary Agent Rachelle Gardner
- ONE on ONE with Clarity Coach Brian Dixon (Get to know Brian on Declare Podcast Episode #99)
- ONE on ONE with Swayology’s Anne Watson (You already know her and love her from hosting the Declare Podcast for years!)
- Book a One-on-One Appointment at Declare 2019
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- JOIN US at the Conference! Get your ticket! October 21-23, 2019 in McKinney, Texas
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SPECIAL THANKS TO THE ABOVE SPONSORS FOR PARTNERING WITH DECLARE AT OUR 2019 CONFERENCE!
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