title: A is for Author: 333 Must-Know Tips for Savvy Writers
author:  Shayla McBride 
description: Always thout you could write a book? A romance, maybe, or an adventure story to far-off galaxies? Whatever your writing goals and whatever your chosen genre, A is for Author can help make that dream a reality. Writing fiction in today&apos;s market is pretty complicated, more so than you might think. Even if you&apos;ve spent years writing, genre fiction is different. Give yourself all the help you can find, starting with A is for Author. The tips, techniques and tricks inside will save you more than just time. Suitable for novice and intermediate writers, useful as a reminder or coach for most all writers.
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  Acknowledgments
  
  
  
  
  
  First and foremost, a massive thank-you to my editor, Natashya Wilson, who has
  been the biggest cheerleader for Talon ever since she heard my fledgling idea
  for a dragon series many moons ago. For all her hard work, dedication and
  excitement. For all the emails going back and forth on tiny details I would’ve
  missed. Basically for being the most awesome editor on the planet. Thanks to
  Laurie McLean, the best agent out there, who wouldn’t take no for an answer.
  To Brandy Rivers, for getting _Talon_ noticed by the right people; you are a
  queen of your field and an all-around fabulous person.
  
  
  
  
  
  A huge shout-out to the team at Harlequin TEEN—Amy Jones, Melissa Anthony,
  Lisa Wray, Michelle Renaud, Nicki Kommit, Larissa Walker, Reka Rubin,
  Christine Tsai, the sales team and everyone at Harlequin who has worked so
  hard on my books. Publishing a book takes a village, and I wouldn’t want to be
  anywhere else. To the talented artists and designers of _Talon_ ’s gorgeo