We had some exciting panels today, rife with the sort of tension and subtext we love to write about, an expression of the mingled enthusiasm and worry about the industry that comes from living in interesting times.  But the prognosis overall sounds positive, and the latest AAP information shows that book sales have rebounded to [...]

Another message from the Novelists, Inc. Board: If somebody wants to do something, say build something, that’s his right. You can’t stop him. What you can do, however, is use existing laws and local ordinances to make sure he’s using approved building materials, the structure doesn’t encroach on anyone else’s property, etc. Professional writers’ organizations [...]

Today, I travelled to fantasy realms, got to be a teenager again, saw a magic show, and saw footage of hauntings–oh, and talked about books.  All without leaving the comfort of the hotel.  You certainly can’t fault the program on variety! I started my day with a small but avid group in Karen Young’s talk [...]

We in Novelists, Inc. are sick and tired of “sick and tired economy” stories, so we’ve created a stimulus package no fictioneer will want to miss! If you write novels—or you’re an editor or agent looking for your next, best novelist—our NINC Goes Platinum conference in St. Louis, September 30th-October 4th is where you’ll want [...]