Episode 73 Janie Franz, acquisitions editor

This week we welcome Janie Franz, the new acquisitions editor for MuseItUp Publishing. Janie is an accomplished author in her own right.

JANIE’S BIO
Janie Franz comes from a long line of liars and storytellers with roots deep in east Tennessee. Her work is honed by the frigid winters of the Northern Plains and the high desert and mountains of New Mexico and influenced by her degree in anthropology. She is an author, a professional speaker, and reviewer. Previously, she ran her own online music publication (Refrain Magazine) and was an agent/publicist for a groove/funk band, a radio announcer, and a yoga/relaxation instructor. She is the author of eleven novels (fantasy, thriller, and contemporary), a freelance writing manual, and co-author of two wedding how-to books. “Refrain,” the second book of The Lost Song trilogy, was a Top 10 Finisher, Best Sci-Fi/Fantasy, 2013 Preditors & Editors Reader Poll.

Links to books (click on cover to be magically transported to purchase)

Video Link

In this episode with Janie Franz, we discuss:

SHOW NOTES

Janie tells us about her new “hat” as an acquisitions editor

We learn about what MuseItUp Publishing is looking for and when someone can submit

Insider info about the New Adult or NA category

Details about what an acquisitions editor does

We talk about the Muse It Up Conference and other cons Janie attends and speaks at

What the main thrust of MuseItUp Publishing is and what they offer authors

Info about cover art and distribution at MIU, including foreign translations

Details about author participation in promotions and marketing their work in today’s industry

Janie’s thoughts about Imaginarium, the con we both attend in Louisville, KY

Discussion about pitch sessions and how they are handled at a con (there are differences!) and why you should develop a good elevator pitch

AND SO MUCH MORE!!!!!!!

AUDIO ONLY LINK

Listen to my writing news info, personal update, and the AUDIO ONLY version of the interview here:

You can find Janie Franz online at:

LINKS

MuseItUp Publishing site : http://www.museituppublishing.com
Janie’s Website : http://janiefranz.fourfour.com/home
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/Janie-Franz-Author-115142155208007/

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