Editor-In-Residence: How To Write a Query Letter
There are four standard parts to a query letter, and messing up any of the four can reduce your chances of finding a publisher.
Optional component: an evaluation of your query letter.
There are four standard parts to a query letter, and messing up any of the four can reduce your chances of finding a publisher.
Optional component: an evaluation of your query letter.
There are now a lot of different ways to get a book published. Each one has advantages and disadvantages. For example, traditional publishing can take years but doesn't cost you anything, while self-publishing may involve costs but can get your book to the market really quickly.
There is a lot more to editing than just checking grammar and spelling. It can include everything from checking that you have historical facts correct to making your humour funnier. There's a standard sequence of editing steps, and understanding the steps will make revising your own writing go more smoothly.
Optional component: Participants will have the opportunity to have a brief review of a piece of their writing.
COVID-19 has brought greater awareness to the importance of food security, the benefits of gardening for mental health, as well a heightened enjoyment of eating fresh veggies just picked that day. Whether you’re a long time gardener or novice, our expert panel has some advice to prep you for success.
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As we approach one year in COVID-19 lockdown, this event features a panel of York faculty members who have been recognized with the Minister of Colleges and Universities Awards of Excellence for their commitment to guiding Ontario through the pandemic. Q&A to follow. All welcome! You do not have to be a student or alumni of York to attend.
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Join us for Family Literacy Day!
Second Tuesday of every month | 7:00 – 9:00 pm
April 13|Real Life / Brandon Taylor
May 11|The Picture of Dorian Gray / Oscar Wilde
June 8|The Skin We're In: A Year of Black Resistance and Power / Desmond Cole
July 13| Jonny Appleseed / Joshua Whitehead
A book discussion and social group for cis and trans, gay, bisexual and queer guys.
Second Tuesday of every month | 7:00 – 9:00 pm
April 13|Real Life / Brandon Taylor
May 11|The Picture of Dorian Gray / Oscar Wilde
June 8|The Skin We're In: A Year of Black Resistance and Power / Desmond Cole
July 13| Jonny Appleseed / Joshua Whitehead
A book discussion and social group for cis and trans, gay, bisexual and queer guys.
Second Tuesday of every month | 7:00 – 9:00 pm
April 13|Real Life / Brandon Taylor
May 11|The Picture of Dorian Gray / Oscar Wilde
June 8|The Skin We're In: A Year of Black Resistance and Power / Desmond Cole
July 13| Jonny Appleseed / Joshua Whitehead
A book discussion and social group for cis and trans, gay, bisexual and queer guys.
Second Tuesday of every month | 7:00 – 9:00 pm
April 13|Real Life / Brandon Taylor
May 11|The Picture of Dorian Gray / Oscar Wilde
June 8|The Skin We're In: A Year of Black Resistance and Power / Desmond Cole
July 13| Jonny Appleseed / Joshua Whitehead
A book discussion and social group for cis and trans, gay, bisexual and queer guys.