Tim in the news...
Tim Bete has been quoted in USA Today, the Chicago Sun Times, Anchorage Daily News, Dayton Daily News and DallasNews.com. He's also been interviewed on major radio stations, including BBC radio (London), WKRC (Cincinnati), KSL (Salt Lake City) and SAFM ( a national radio station in Johannesburg, South Africa).
Publicity for In The Beginning...There Were No Diapers
Books for Mom (Feb. 2007)
"Life with kids can be full of adventures. But sometimes, dads are left out of the loop. Not this time around, however, as Tim Bete hits one out of the ball park with In the Beginning, There Were No Diapers – Laughing and Learning in the First Years of Fatherhoog." Read more.
Editor & Publisher (Feb. 2007)
Bete wrote: "While Art Buchwald was an incredibly talented and prolific writer, I think the biggest thing he gave us was a lesson in dying. Art made people laugh right up to the end of his life." Read more.
Sirius Satellite Radio (Jan. 31, 2007)
Interview with Lino Rulli, The Catholic Guy! Read more.
The Word Among Us (Dec. 2006)
Book excerpt in magazine with circulation of 750,000! Read more.
Relevant Radio (Dec. 4, 2006)
Interviewed on the Morning Air program with Sean Herriott.
Writers Chatroom (Sept. 8, 2006)
Online chat with Tim Bete. Read more.
AboutHumor.com (June 16, 2006)
The Funny Site of the Day -- The director of the University of Dayton's Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop and father of four shares gentle remembrances of his days (and nightmares) as dad. Enjoy his latest humor column and a selection of past adventures. Read more.
Christian Women Online (June 2006)
"Here’s a book that’s funny; I mean REALLY funny. Award-winning humor columnist Tim Bete is the Dave Barry for parents of young kids, so if you like to laugh, then you’ll love reading this one." Read more.
CUA Magazine (spring 2006)
Book excerpt in the alumni magazine of The Catholic University of America. Read more.
Associated Press Wire (April 21, 2006)
'"Bombeck's columns and books served as coping mechanisms for many people trying to raise families," Bete said.' Read more. This story appeared in the Baltimore Sun, Columbus Dispatch, Vancouver Sun and dozens of other newspapers across the country and in Canada.
CUA Magazine (spring 2006)
"Tim Bete mixes humor and the deep truths of the Christian faith in his book, In The Beginning...There Were No Diapers (Sorin Books), an Amazon.com best-seller in the parenting humor category."
Ohio Magazine (March 2006)
Who Makes Ohio Laugh?
"Bete is luring luminaries such as keynote speaker Dave Barry, NPR commentator (and lifelong Ohioan) Laura Pulfer, and columnists Mary McCarty and Ron Rollins of the Dayton Daily News. (Erma Bombeck graduated from the University of Dayton and worked at the Dayton Journal Herald.) 'There will be more humor writers in one place' than anywhere on the planet, he boasts." Read more.
Asheville Citizen-Times (March 30, 2006)
At the Erma Bombeck workshop, I learned about
goddesses, stalking and how hard to throw things
"On Saturday, Tim Bete, in charge of everything and who did a splendid job, informed me since I was the lunch keynote I'd be sitting with the Bombeck family." Read more.
Flyer News (March 24, 2006)
Humor writers meet at 4th annual workshop
"The workshop isn’t just for those who already have a foot in the door. In fact, the workshop prides itself on networking inspiring writers and professionals. Bete says that’s what makes this workshop unique." Read more.
Flyer News (March 24, 2006)
Author, comedian to be commemorated by ongoing workshops
We are the only workshop available that focuses on humor and human interest writing, which makes it so appealing,” said Tim Bete, director of the University of Dayton’s Erma Bombeck Writer’s Workshop. Read more.
Chronicle of Higher Education (March 17, 2006)
A Whale of a Tale
"Guinness World Records' costly requirement that the Mad Lib be professionally published prevented the participants from winning official recognition, but workshop organizers are already considering future variations. "Dickens might be fun," says Mr. Bete."
Flyer News (March 10, 2006)
Writer’s workshop completes record task
“I think Herman Melville would approve of using Moby Dick as the base for the world’s longest Mad Lib,” said Tim Bete, director of the workshop in a recent press release. “After all, Melville wrote, ‘A good laugh is a mighty good thing, and rather too scarce a good thing.’” Read more.
Flyer News (March 10, 2006)
Famous writer shares ‘Secrets of Success in Hollywood’
“'If you want to work in any creative field, Fred Rubin’s advice can give you a great head start on how to manage the obstacles and succeed,' said Tim Bete, director of the Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop. 'Not only has he had an incredible personal career as a Hollywood writer, he’s also helped hundreds of other people find the path to success in a very competitive field.'” Read more.
Dayton Daily News (Feb. 26, 2006)
"'I think Herman Melville would approve of using Moby Dick as the base for the world's longest Mad Lib,' said Tim Bete, director of the workshop. 'After all, Melville wrote, 'A good laugh is a mighty good thing, and rather too scarce a good thing.'"
About Freelance Writers (Feb. 25, 2006)
World's Longest Mad Lib: Is it a Cure for Writer's Block?
"Tim Bete, the director of the Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop at the University of Dayton, said this preliminary exercise was put together by this year’s workshop registrants to help deal with writer’s block." Read more.
Editor & Publisher (Feb. 23, 2006)
"Bete added that a typical 'Mad Lib' has 10 to 20 blank spaces, while the 'Moby Dick' one created by 197 workshop attendees has more than 1,100 blank spaces on 36 pages. Read more.
Catholic Parent magazine (Jan./Feb. 2006)
"Tim Bete is a funny man, and his book, subtitled “Laughing and Learning in the First Years of Fatherhood,” will have dads laughing out loud." Read more.
Mom 2 Mom Connection (Jan. 5, 2006)
"As the current director of the University of Dayton’s Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop, Tim is really great at writing funny. I reviewed his book, In the Beginning There Were No Diapers, a few weeks ago. Recently, I gleaned some good tips in his article, Word Play, in Writer’s Digest magazine." Read more.
January Magazine (Jan. 2006)
Best Books of 2005
"If you are a parent, plan to be a parent, or know anyone who is or does, you have to read In the Beginning ...There Were No Diapers: Laughing and Learning in the First Years of Fatherhood." Read more.
Adding Wisdom Awards ( Dec. 2005)
In the Beginning...There Were No Diapers is picked as the "2005 Best New Humor Book" by Parent to Parent Adding Wisdom Awards. Read more.
The Rebel Housewife (Dec. 13, 2005)
"I am all for great books as the perfect gift for any occasion, every occasion. I have searched out two fabulous gift book suggestions." Read more.
My Meandering Mind (Dec. 11, 2005)
"In the Beginning...There Were No Diapers by Tim Bete should come with a warning label: Warning! Reading this book may cause you to laugh out loud. Please read in appropriate surroundings." Read more.
Book-Blog.com (Dec. 11, 2005)
"Bete himself--a self-confessed "mild" guy whose idea of a good time is family movie night--comes across as entirely likeable. The book will be a good read for expectant and current dads for whom a small dose of religiosity won't be unpalatable." Read more.
10ft. 2 ft. (Dec. 9, 2005)
Book excerpt, "'Twas the Night Before Christmas (Batteries not included)." Read more.
The View from the Firehouse (Dec. 8, 2005)
Book excerpt, "'Twas the Night Before Christmas (Batteries not included)." Read more.
Bayer Family Blog (Dec. 6, 2005)
"Earlier this year I reviewed an enjoyably humorous book about being a parent by Tim Bete called "In the Beginning...There Were No Diapers". The author has graciously allowed me (and other bloggers that reviewed the book) to post an entire section from his book." Read more.
Internet for Christians (Dec. 5, 2005)
"Tim Bete, award-winning humor columnist says, 'Every parent has experienced the frustration of assembling kids’ Christmas presents long into the wee hours of the morning.'" Read more.
Writer's Digest (Dec. 2005)
Language holds a key role in writing humor. Tim Bete provides six steps to help you find the perfect word to nail a punchline. Read more.
InspiredMoms.com (Dec. 2005)
Book excerpt, "'Twas The Night Before Christmas: Batteries Not Included." Read more.
West GA Ladies Magazine (Dec. 2005)
"Twas the Night Before Christmas (Batteries not included)" book excerpt. Read more.
Slobokan's Site O' Schtuff (Nov. 28, 2005)
"Bete, the author of “In the Beginning…There Were No Diapers“, sent this to me, with permission to post it on my site. So here it is, just for you." Read more.
View from the Pew (Nov. 25, 2005)
"Not long ago, I reviewed Tim Bete's book In the Beginning, There Were No Diapers. Tim is a great person, and a very funny guy, and I get the occasional email from him letting me know about his book or something else he's written. He sent me permission to use this poem at the beginning of November, and I've saved it until now -- the beginning of the Christmas season." Read more.
Open Book by Amy Welborn (Nov. 23, 2005)
"In the Beginning, There Were No Diapers by Tim Bete is a delightful collection of humorous essays on parenting by an author who should be familiar to anyone who's been on the Net for while...Life with little ones can be so hard sometimes, it's necessary, I think, to have two things at hand: good spiritual reading and some parent humor. With In the Beginning, There Were No Diapers, you get a lot of the latter, and even a little bit of the former." Read more.
Happy Catholic (Nov. 22, 2005)
"Bottom line, if you like Erma Bombeck and appreciate having your faith as part of everyday life, then you probably will like this book. I know that I have several friends who will like this book and will be giving this as a Christmas gift to them." Read more.
CatholicMom.com (Nov. 18, 2005)
Featured "Night Before Christmas" book excerpt. Read more.
MaryYerkes.com (Nov. 15, 2005)
"What makes a good writer’s Web site? How does a writer establish a presence on the web and market her work? Writers Digest announced the winners of their Best Writer’s Web Site Contest in their October 2005 issue. Their winner was non other then Tim Bete, award-winning parenting humor columnist and author of In the Beginning…There Were No Diapers." Read more.
Churchlife Newsletter (Nov. 15, 2005)
Published the book excerpt, "'Twas the Night Before Christas." See their Web site.
My Walk blog (Nov. 7, 2005)
"With Christmas right around the corner, I am sure you will get a big kick out of it!"
American Dad (Nov. 6, 2005)
Russell King posts my column, "In the beginning.... There were no diapers." Read more.
Jeff’s Darn Blog (Nov. 6, 2005)
"I was recently given permission to reprint a part of the book I reviewed by Tim Bete called In the Begining There Were No Diapers. The part is called ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. It is one of the funniest things I have read in a long time and it is an honor to post it here for others to read. Now go out and buy that book. It makes a great Chrsitmas gift (after you read it of course)" Read more.
People of the Book (Nov. 6, 2005)
"The effectiveness of blog publicity is hard to demonstrate. For that matter, it’s hard to demonstrate the effectiveness of any publicity. But Tim Bete has proven that bloggers will definitely review books." Read more.
Our Little Homeschool (Nov. 5, 2005)
"Since the stores seem to be telling us that the Christmas Shopping season has arrived, I thought this adaptation by Tim Bete in his book In The Beginning There Were No Diapers appropriate. If you think this is funny, you may want to read my review of his book. Or better yet...just pick up a copy for yourself!" Read more.
Mom 2 Mom Connection (Nov. 5, 2005)
"If you haven’t read Tim Bete’s book, what are you waiting for? (It’s the one down there with the baby bottoms.) I laughed SOO hard when I had to change a baby diaper in the airplane bathroom last week (twice) — it was almost as funny as Bete’s description in the book — ALMOST!" Read more.
Christian Home School Teachers' Lounge (Nov. 4, 2005)
An interview with Tim Bete
"Tim Bete is as clever answering interview questions as he is in his new book, In the Beginning. . .There Were No Diapers, Laughing and Learning in the First Years of Fatherhood. Read the review and then get to know the author." Read more.
Christian Home School Teachers' Lounge (Nov. 3, 2005)
"With Tim’s book in hand, I was getting more snickers than a trick-or-treater at a Mars factory...This book would make a great gift for any parent and/or grandparent who is experiencing those “miracle-filled” years with their children." Read more.
Christian Parenting Source (Nov. 3, 2005)
"With Tim’s book in hand, I was getting more snickers than a trick-or-treater at a Mars factory...This book would make a great gift for any parent and/or grandparent who is experiencing those “miracle-filled” years with their children." Read more.
Christian Parenting Source (Nov. 3, 2005)
Book excerpt: Twas the Night Before Christmas (No Batteries Included)
"'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house,
Not a creature was stirring, not even my spouse;
With only six hours left, until morning light,
Assembling kids' presents would take me all night. Read more.
Christian Home School Teachers' Lounge (Nov. 3, 2005)
Book excerpt: Twas the Night Before Christmas (No Batteries Included)
"'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house,
Not a creature was stirring, not even my spouse;
With only six hours left, until morning light,
Assembling kids' presents would take me all night. Read more.
Love 2 Learn blog (Oct. 29, 2005)
"Bete is pro-life, pro-children, pro-family and positively Catholic. And the fact that Barbie, Thomas the Tank Engine and the shepherds can all play together under the Christmas Nativity set is proof that he has real children...Excellent gift idea for a young or soon-to-be dad, as well as your own husband (Christmas, or Father's Day)." Read more.
Our Little Homeschool (Oct. 28, 2005)
"I was already laughing out loud by the end of the first page!...I definately recommend this book to any parent looking to find these miracles in their own journey of parenting or if you just need a laugh!" Read more.
People of the Book (Oct. 28, 2005)
"Tim has a lot of good advice about the challenges of marketing books. The economics of the enterprise are gruesome. Tim fearlessly does the accounting for the world to see." Read more.
Churchlife Newsletter (Nov. 2, 2005)
Galley Cat (Oct. 28, 2005)
Bete-ing the PR Odds
"Tim Bete, the author of In the Beginning... There Were No Diapers, gets in this week's final word on how authors can deal with the publicity cycle. Although he's happy with the work his publisher, Sorin Books, has done to promote his collection of fatherhood humor, he says he was approached by several publicists offering their services." Read more.
Editor & Publisher (Oct. 26, 2006)
2006 Bombeck Workshop Sells Out in 12 Days
"Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Director Tim Bete told E&P that the event 'fills a niche no other workshop fills -- humor and human-interest writing.'" Read more.
The Dabbling Mum (Oct. 25, 2005)
Marketing Beyond The Bookstore
"Most authors nowadays find having their own website imperative, whether their books are self-published or offered through a traditional publisher. Tim Bete, author of In the Beginning...There Were No Diapers, although not self-published, has publicized his work mainly through his website (www.timbete.com) and has been very successful in gaining name recognition and selling books." Read more.
Flying Stars (Oct. 24, 2005)
"Tim Bete is funny, very humorous book, refreshing." Read more.
Dayton Daily News (Oct. 23, 2005)
"Tim Bete, director of the University of DAyton's Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop, has won the grand prize in the 2005 Writer's Digest Best Writer's Web Site contest." Read more.
Independent Publisher magazine (Oct. 2005)
"Tim Bete is a funny guy, and he can write, too. His humor column about parenting caught the attention of a Catholic publisher in 2002, and an editor asked him to create a book concept and send it to her along with some marketing information. “Why not?” he thought, blissfully unaware of the difficulties he would face as he began the long, hard journey of the Unpublished Book Author." Read more.
Simplifying Motherhood (Oct. 17, 2005)
"In the Beginning... is a perfect book for moms and dads, or even grandmas and grandpas. Anyone who shares their life adventures with kids will love In the Beginning... It’s a must read whether you are yawning through a 3 a.m. feeding or taking the training wheels off the bike.” Read more.
Babies and Bylines (Oct. 16, 2005)
"Let's face it--fatherhood is funny. So is Tim Bete. In his faith-based novel, In the Beginning...There Were No Diapers, Tim tackles the day-to-day aspects of parenthood we all love to complain about." Read more.
Mom 2 Mom Connection (Oct. 14, 2005)
"Tim Bete is the Dave Barry for parents of young kids...If you're a group leader for any kind of parent organization, this book would be great to have for a break-the-ice reading or gift for new members." Read more.
Beavercreek News-Current (Oct. 13, 2005)
"Beavercreek resident, author and humorist Tim Bete has won the grand prize in the 2005 Writer's Digest Best Writer's Web Site contest." Read more.
Slobokan's site o' schtuff (Oct. 8, 2005)
"Three simple words. Funniest. Book. Ever. If there was ever an honest handbook for fatherhood, In the Beginning… There Were No Diapers by Tim Bete is it. " Read more.
Kartisian Plane (Oct. 06, 2005)
"Need advice about love, relationships, plundering or quelling a mutiny? Ask Baby Pirate!" Read more.
Cleveland.com (Oct. 04, 2005)
"While their topics are not always the same, fans of Dave Barry will definitely see similarities in comedic style and sense of humor." Read more.
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Semicolon blog (Oct. 5, 2005)
"The paperback book consists of nineteen chapters, each of which reads like a short course in parenting by Erma Bombeck." Read more.
Catholic Exchange (Oct. 4, 2005)
"Catholic author and humorist, Tim Bete, has won the grand prize in the 2005 Writer's Digest Best Writer's Web Site contest." Read more.
BlogCritics.org (Oct. 4, 2005)
"Five pages into this book, I put it down, looked over at my wife, and said, "When I finish this book, you HAVE to read it." This is not a decision that I recommend, though -- once you say this, you automatically forfeit your rights to read significant passages from the book out loud to everyone in the room. And that is something that you'll want to do -- many, many times." Read more.
View from the Pew (Oct. 3, 2005)
"Fans of Dave Barry will definitely see similarities in comedic style and sense of humor." Read more.
View from the Firehouse (Oct. 1, 2005)
"This book is at times humorous, at times laugh out loud funny, but at all times it was very enjoyable. What I enjoyed most about it, was reading it and remembering the times when my own children did similar things." Read more.
Natl. Soc. of Newspaper Columnists (Sept. 28, 2005)
"Tim Bete, has won the grand prize in the 2005 Writer's Digest Best Writer's Web Site contest." Read more.
i-Newswire (Sept. 28, 2005)
"Catholic author and humorist, Tim Bete, has won the grand prize in the 2005 Writer's Digest Best Writer's Web Site contest." Read more.
Editor & Publisher (Sept. 27, 2005)
Self-syndicated humor columnist Tim Bete has won the grand prize in Writer's Digest magazine's "Best Writer's Web Site" contest. Read more.
10ft2ft (Sept. 27, 2005)
"Had I not received this book free for my reviewing, I wouldn’t have read it...I have to say, sorry honey, you're not THAT funny." Read more.
Mommy Brain (Sept. 26, 2005)
"Not only did this book make me laugh and remind me of some of the stages we've successfully passed (whew!) with our children, it also reminded me what a miracle our children are and how amazing it is that God has trusted us to raise them." Read more.
BrendaNixon.com (Sept. 26, 2005)
"Tim Bete's refreshing, clean read, In the Beginning... will make you laugh out loud while embracing this roller-caster ride called parenthood. Written with the same comic genius as an Erma Bombeck read, this book weaves in subtle insights and lessons learned by the author. You'll love this book as you identify with the author's words! Combine it with Parenting Power in the Early Years for a terrific gift pack to new Dads and Moms."
-- Brenda Nixon, author, Parenting Power in the Early Years
DonnaSheperd.com (Sept. 25, 2005)
"Tim Bete has penned, not just a humorous, but a laugh out loud firsthand account of the foibles and fun of fatherhood." Read more.
The Bayer Family Blog (Sept. 25, 2005)
"This is a great book. Laugh out loud funny." Read more.
Cross Blogging (Sept. 25, 2005)
"I laughed throughout the book...Every parent should read this book. It will lighten your day and remind you that everyone who has kids goes through the same trials as you." Read more.
Spunky Homeschool blog (Sept. 24, 2005)
"The real proof of the humor in this book came one day when I walked in the door and found my oldest reading Chapter 13 "The Perfect Child - The Miracle of Christmas" to her siblings. They were all laughing hysterically outloud as she read Mr. Bete's slightly revised version of "Twas the Night before Christmas". You'll have to buy the book to find out what that's all about." Read more.
Humor is the thing blog (Sept. 23, 2005)
"I just want to take a moment to congratulate Tim Bete.He has been chosen by Writer's Digest Magazine as the winner of the 2005 Best Writer's Website award. Bete, who is also director of the University of Dayton's Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop, is a parent, author and humorist." Read more.
Myopic Zeal blog (Sept. 22, 2005)
"This book is hilarious. If you are a parent who has had young children, you absolutely must buy this book." Read more.
Absolute Markets newsletter (Sept. 22, 2005)
Promoting Your Prose
“Find a niche and stick to it,” said Tim. “My niche is Christian
parenting humor. I found every blog and Web site in this niche and let
them know about my book.” Visit their Web site.
Writing that Works newsletter (Sept. 2005)
Tim is interviewed about using humor in employee communications. See their Web site.
The Catholic Telegraph (Sept. 17, 2005)
Catholic author and humorist Tim Bete won the grand prize in the 2005 Writer's Digest Best Writer's web site contest. Read more.
CatholicMom.com (Sept. 16, 2005)
"Catholic author and humorist, Tim Bete, has won the grand prize in the 2005 Writer's Digest Best Writer's Web Site contest." Read more.
Cincinnati Enquirer (Sept. 16, 2005)
On the fridge: What's going on around the home
Funny dad: Tim Bete's parenting humor Web site - www.TimBete.com - has won the Dayton, Ohio, man grand prize in Writer's Digest Best Writer's Web Site contest. He's also author of "In The Beginning ... There Were No Diapers: Laughing and Learning in the First Years of Fatherhood" (Sorin Books, $12.95). Read more.
Jeff's darn blog (Sept. 16, 2005 )
"His writing style brings to mind Dave Barry with a little Erma Bombeck thrown in for good measure...Great book, two thumbs up, 5 stars, a+, and all those other good ratings!" Read more.
My walk blog (Sept. 14, 2005 )
"To say that Tim Bete is creative and funny is a true understatement. The man is beyond talented and his writing will literally make you laugh out loud." Read more.
Review Books (Sept. 12, 2005)
"Parenting author and humorist, Tim Bete, has won the grand prize in the 2005 Writer's Digest Best Writer's Web Site contest." Read more.
WBIX radio-Boston (Sept. 11, 2005)
Tim is interviewed on The Exhausted Rapunzel Family Hour . Visit the show Web site.
SchoolDaze blog (Sept. 10, 2005)
"Before I read this book I had no idea who Tm Bete was. After reading the first two pages, I was rolling on the floor with laughter....It takes a very talented man to present the truths of God in side-splitting humor." Read more.
Rothacker Reviews (Sept. 9, 2005)
"Tim practically starts out at the keyboard and ends up telling us about sales figures related to the book. In between you've got creating Web sites; book proposals; query letters; media kits and questions from readers on the process." Read more.
Suitable for Mixed Company blog (Sept. 8, 2005)
"Humorist Tim Bete, author of In the Beginning... There Were No Diapers, has won the grand prize in the 2005 Writer's Digest Best Writer's Web Site contest. Read more.
Catholic PR Wire (Sept. 7, 2005)
Catholic author wins national Web award. Read more.
Writer's Digest magazine (Oct. 2005)
Tim's Web site wins the grand prize in the 2005 Writer's Digest Best Writer's Web Site contest. Read more.
The Columnist (Oct/Nov 2005)
"The Columbia Journalism Review recently interviewed Bete for an article on humor columnists. His Web site now includes "Anatomy of a first book," a detailed look at how he got his book, In The Beginning...There Were No Diapers published."
ForeWord Magazine's
FOREWORD THIS WEEK (Aug. 24, 2005)
"Parenting. IN THE BEGINNING… THERE WERE NO DIAPERS: LAUGHING AND LEARNING IN THE FIRST YEARS OF FATHERHOOD by Tim Bete (Sorin Books, 189 pages, softcover, $12.95, 1-893732-87-8): in the midst of the challenges of parenting, there’s always a chance to smile and recognize the miracle of young life; these real life stories will make anyone, parent or otherwise, laugh."
Stacy Harp blog (Aug. 20, 2005)
"I had the honor of meeting a wonderfully funny author and expert in parenting. His name is Tim Bete and he is an award winning author, columnist, humorist, and all around brilliant guy." Read more.
Wired Writer blog (Aug. 19, 2005)
"Best selling author Tim Bete was quoted in Angela's article on how he achieved his top-10 Amazon rank: Curious to know more, I emailed Tim and asked if he would mind sharing some more detail on his methodology." Read more.
Grumpy Old Bookman blog (Aug. 11, 2005)
You can find Tim's article, Anatomy of a First Book, at his personal web site. Tim covers how he started writing, how to create an author's web site, how to write query letters and book proposals, and a lot more. If you are new to the submissions business, and particularly if you are trying to sell a non-fiction book, this is well worth a look. Read more.
Wired Writer blog (Aug. 11, 2005)
I especially like what Tim Bete had to say. Read more.
Book Ninja blog (Aug. 10, 2005)
Are you almost there, but not quite. This checklist might help. If you strip out the Christian stuff, this practical list can apply to almost any newcomer (huh, isn't that so often the way...). Read more.
Writers Weekly (Aug. 10, 2005)
If I was going to spend $