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Cathy Clamp

U.S.

Available

Expertise

I'm happy to answer questions about any aspect of writing articles, short stories and novels, from the beginning kernel of an idea through completion. I can help with writing a query letter and synopsis to an agent or editor. I can explain publishing terminology and acronyms. I can also assist with questions about verifying the credentials of agents/publishers and how to proceed once you've been accepted for publication. I can teach the rules of formatting a manuscript, creating viable plots, characterization and flow in the following genres: romance, science fiction, fantasy, thrillers, suspense, horror, women's fiction, mainstream and mystery. I can also answer questions about writing for major print magazines in the outdoor genre (hunting/fishing/boating/travel.)

Experience in the area

I'm a USA Today bestselling author of romance fiction in the Tor/Forge Books paranormal romance line. Along with a co-author, I've published twelve mass market novels since 2004, and have contracts for four more books through 2009. I've also published more than two dozen feature articles in leading outdoor magazines.

Organizations

Romance Writers of America, Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America, International Thriller Writers, Western Outdoor Writers, Horror Writers of America, National Association of Legal Assistants.

Publications

Magazines--Guns & Ammo, Fur-Fish-Game, Rocky Mountain Game & Fish, Deer & Deer Hunting. Many others. Novels--Tor/Forge Books, Western Reflections Publishing

Education/Credentials

Published Author. Published Freelance Writer. Certified Paralegal with specialities in intellectual property (copyright, trademark, patent) and real estate.

Awards and Honors

USA Today bestseller, Waldenbooks Mass Market Paperback Top 20 bestseller, Nielsen BookScan Top 20 bestseller, Romantic Times Best Werewolf Novel, 2005, Write Touch Readers Award, EVVY Award, The Lories Best Paranormal. Many others.

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Recent Reviews from Users

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Tue	10/14/09	10	10	10	10	Thanks a loT!
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Heather	07/18/09	10	10	10	10	Thank you very much! You've been very .....
Rita	06/30/09	10	10	10	10	Cathy's response was excellent. She answered all .....
Bonnie	05/20/09	10	10	10	10	I CAN'T THANK YOU ENOUGH. yOU DID .....

Recent Answers from Cathy Clamp

2009-10-12 academic publishing:

Hi,Tue! I would think that yes, it's quite possible. The trick is you have to pick an article topic that will enhance the learning of the target group. If you're talking to professionals in one discipline

2009-10-10 hiring freelancers:

Hi, Danielle! I saw your question in the pool and thought I'd try to help out. Actually, the reverse is true. When the economy gets tight, a lot of places lay off full-time workers because the combination

2009-09-02 Compensation:

Hi, Anne! Actually, it's appropriate to ask NOW. Simply send an email to the editor asking for a list of their standard terms. If the company doesn't pay as a matter of policy, they won't pay on anything

2009-08-04 Sources:

Hi, Ron! I saw your question in the pool and thought I'd help, but don't know what sort of sources you need. Do you write fiction or non-fiction? What genre/category? Or is it sources about writing

2009-07-18 How to publish with penname:

Hi, Heather! Never fear! This situation is as old as dirt. :) First, a publishing contract is entered into under your REAL name. So, that's who royalties go to, and that's the same name that will appear

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