Author: Christine Lynn Herman

Christine Lynn Herman writes YA fantasy about teenagers who talk too much, sleep too little, and live in suspiciously atmospheric small towns and kingdoms. She is represented by Kelly Sonnack of the Andrea Brown Literary Agency, and her debut novel, THE DEVOURING GRAY, will release from Disney-Hyperion in 2019. By day, she works as a literary agent’s assistant in NYC. Her non-literary hobbies include eating cheese plates in bed and indulging in her Pinterest addiction. You can find her on Twitter @christineexists or Instagram @christinelynnherman.
Author career · Craft

Why is it So Hard to Write a Second Published Book? Reflections on the Sophomore Slump

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There is a common refrain out there, in every corner of the internet, on panels and interviews galore, where authors talk about how hard it is to write their second published book. It’s so common, in fact, that it has a variety of names–the sophomore slump, second book syndrome, the tenth circle of hell, etc… Continue reading Why is it So Hard to Write a Second Published Book? Reflections on the Sophomore Slump

Community · publishing

Publishing Calendar: Month to Month

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One of the most confusing things about the publishing industry is its ebb and flow. When you’re new to the cycle of querying agents and going on submission to editors, the entire thing can seem mystifying. Undoubtedly, you’ll be told that some times of year are “better” or “worse” than others for sending out your… Continue reading Publishing Calendar: Month to Month

Author career · Feature

How I Got My Book Deal With Christine Lynn Herman

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So, as you may or may not have noticed, I announced something this weekend. Something I’d been keeping a secret since August. Something I still can’t talk about without getting a little bit teary eyed, no matter how many people I tell. I’m going to be a published author! https://twitter.com/christineexists/status/926897530914435079 THE DEVOURING GRAY, my debut… Continue reading How I Got My Book Deal With Christine Lynn Herman

Roundtable

Roundtable #8: Unresolved Sexual Tension (UST)

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Note: This post is done in a roundtable style where members of Writer’s Block Party discuss a topic together. Moderator/Editor: Christine Lynn Herman Kat: DAYS OF BLOOD & STARLIGHT and DREAMS OF GODS AND MONSTERS with Karou and Akiva. I can’t give spoilers but it’s a “torn apart by war” kind of situation, so while… Continue reading Roundtable #8: Unresolved Sexual Tension (UST)

Community

Ch1Con Blog Hop: Dreams vs. Goals

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Writer’s Block Party is honored to host Chapter One Young Writers’ Conference team member Katelyn Pettit,  as part of their Ch1Con Blog Hop. For more information on Ch1Con go here: chapteroneconference.com. Hi everyone, My name is Katelyn and I am a writer, conference attendee, and host for Chapter One Young Writers Conference. I am so excited… Continue reading Ch1Con Blog Hop: Dreams vs. Goals