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Expertise

I can answer questions on how to get published in magazines and newspapers; how to market your own books; how to earn a living writing; how to write press releases; how to find a good editor; how to edit your own books; finding a good printer; finding a good book illustrator; doing your taxes as a freelance writer. Questions I can't answer include specifics around working with a print on demand publisher

Experience in the area

I have 36 years of experience as a writer (fiction and non-fiction). I am a book reviewer with Nielsen Media. I am a newspaper columnist and a reporter. I am a former radio station host and I am the editor of a literary newsletter, The Book Lover's Haven. I am also the author of more than 10 books.

Organizations

Writer's Critique Group

Publications

The Trenton Times Philadelphia Trend Sisters in Style Essence Magazine The Pittsburgh Quarterly Obsidian II, etc.

Education/Credentials

I have taken numerous writing courses on book, proposal and grant writing as well as marketing and promotion

Awards and Honors

100 Most Admired African American Women Who's Who

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Nancy02/11/12101010Thank you so much, Rhonda. I finally .....
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Recent Answers from Rhonda Campbell

2012-02-11 next step:

Hi Nancy,    You can leave a double space between a chapter title and the start of the chapter.  It's pretty much up to you and the publisher. In regards to finding an editor, you can contact writers who

2012-02-09 next step:

Hi Nancy,    Congrats on writing your autobiography.      Yes, manuscripts are set at 1.5 line spacing.  If I were you, I'd look into publishing your story as an e-book.  This will eliminate printing cost

2012-01-30 co -authors /ghostwriters:

Hi,    Congratulations on working on your new book!    I just did a quick search in Google. You may want to contact the Association of Ghost Writers.  You can also place an ad on job boards (e.g. Indeed

2011-12-17 A question about the publishers:

Hi Kevin,    Congratulations on the publication of your book!      In regards to reprint rights, it depends on what type of contract you signed.  If you signed a contract giving the publishing exclusive

2011-07-23 Careers in Writing:

Hi Benjamin,    CONGRATULATIONS on going after your dream!  What a excellent step forward on your part! Hoorah for you!    It depends on the type of writing you want to do in regards to work you may benefit

 

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