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Mark David Gerson
returns 12/31/2013
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Expertise
Happy to answer questions about writing, writer's block, publishing/self-publishing. Can answer general questions, but not available to critique work.
Experience in the area
Published author; have taught writing for 15 years at colleges, universities and community centers in the U.S. and Canada.
Organizations
Southwest Writers New Mexico Book Co-op
Publications
Author of the fantasy adventure, The MoonQuest, and the book of writing inspiration and practice, The Voice of the Muse: Answering the Call to Write. Freelanced full-time as a writer, journalist and editor for more than a decade. Published in a wide range of publications. Free inspirational e-newsletter has 1200 subscribers in more than a dozen countries.
Education/Credentials
Published Author. Published Freelance Writer. More than 15 years of teaching/coaching/consulting.
Awards and Honors
New Mexico Discovery Award 2006; Award-Winning Finalist in Visionary Fiction, the National Best Books 2007 Awards
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liliy | 02/15/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Very quick service, very nice and friendly ..... |
| Tanya | 01/28/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much for your quick ..... |
| Ben | 01/20/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much for your help ..... |
| Demetrius | 01/09/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Very informative and very swift. |
| David | 01/08/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Mark David Gerson
2008-02-17 My book idea:
Dear Rachel, Write it if it's a book YOU want to write, if it's a book that is calling to be written. That's the real reason to write. If it's a book that emerges from your core, your heart, and speaks
2008-01-27 cover design:
Dear Tanya, Congratulations on the novel. And don't forget to congratulate yourself for answering its call. As for a cover design, the answer depends on whether you will be seeking an outside publisher
2008-01-19 where do I start?:
Dear Ben, You've already taken the first major step: you've recognized that there's a story birthing within you. The next step is not as complex as it seems: simply begin. Start setting words to paper
2008-01-11 question on writing a life story:
Dear Kirby, Congratulations on having completed your life story. If you're now seeking to turn that story into a screenplay, your best bet is to pick up some books on screenwriting -- both for the formatting
2008-01-09 writing book reviews:
Dear Demetrius, Unfortunately, the answer to your question depends entirely on the magazine you want to review for and the publisher of the book. If you have confirmation from the magazine that they're
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