Emily Rodmell

Books that tend to work best for any Harlequin series are the ones that are written with the series mind. It's a lot harder to squeeze a book that was written for anyone into a certain series slot. To get a feel for a series, read the published books and ask questions. #pubtip

Always save your files with your name and book title as the title. And if it's a revised version, add that too. I can't tell you how many people send me attachments called "synopsis" or "manuscript". That's a good way for it to get lost in an editor's computer or ereader. #PubTip

If you want to get an idea of your book's pacing, check the white space on your pages. A lot of white space means a fast pace (i.e. lots of dialogue, short sentences). Little white space means a slow pace (i.e. lots of long dense paragraphs). Strive for a balance. #pubtip

The most important thing an author can do is make the reader, editor or agent care about their characters. That's what propels us to read more. #pubtip

There is no right or wrong amount of time to write a book in. Strive for whatever amount of time it takes for you to write a quality story. #pubtip

Questions to ask yourself before hitting send on your query... #pubtip

If you can make the reader, editor or agent care about your characters, that's half the battle. #pubtip

Steps to publish a book. #pubtip

The only book that is an impossible sell is the book that you don't start. #pubtip

Things to avoid in your submissions #pubtip

Some tips for keeping romantic suspense readers on the edge of their seats. #pubtip

How to start writing a great romantic suspense book. #pubtip

PSA: Don't use a funky font for your manuscript. Keep it simple and easy on the eyes for maximum impact. #pubtip

A series of dates on the pages does not make a manuscript a romance novel. A novel requires a strong plot and conflict. #pubtip

Things that matter in a query letter and things that don't. #pubtip

How to hook an editor with your manuscript. #pubtip

Pg 102 of your book is just as important as first & last page. Don't let the middle of your book sag or drag. Keep it interesting. #PubTip

If you want to have a writing career, treat your writing as a career rather than a hobby. #pubtip

Don't let bad reviews drag you down. And don't let good reviews make you think you've made it and don't need to grow as a writer. #pubtip

Tips for being a happy author #pubtip