Recent content by RJ Garside

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    Hi @Phyllis Harris! I'm so sorry for the delay in my reply. I know you have your answer, but...

    Hi @Phyllis Harris! I'm so sorry for the delay in my reply. I know you have your answer, but I'm sure there are others that might be wondering the same thing. Yes, you can pitch as an agented author, but ensure that your agent is aware and supports the pitch. Please ensure that you specify...
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    Hi @Sandy Vaile! Great to "see" you again! :) RJ

    Hi @Sandy Vaile! Great to "see" you again! :) RJ
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    Glad to be here!

    Hi @cfreak! Welcome to SavvyAuthors! We are thrilled to have you join us. Good luck with the final touches. Pitchfest is always fun. :) Please let us know if you have any questions. We are excited that you've joined our writing community. RJ
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    As Luck Would Have It

    Hi @Susan Rocha Bays! We are excited to have you join us. I hope you'll check out all the cool things that we have to offer at SavvyAuthors like our new accountability group, brainstorming group, writing craft book club, on-demand webinars and lectures packages, and classes. What do you...
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    Business Maximizing Your Online Author Platform for Visibility and Discoverability with Laurie Cooper

    Your online author platform is the key to building a dedicated reader base and making your books discoverable in a crowded market. In this 3-part workshop, you’ll learn how to develop an effective author platform that attracts readers, keeps them engaged, and turns views from readers into...
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    Hello!

    Hi @KrisA30! Welcome to SavvyAuthors! We are thrilled to have you join us. I love cozy fantasies and paranormal. My kids are HUGE Sonic the Hedgehog fans. It's spring break for the kiddos and we've watched the second movie twice already. :) RJ
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    Hello from Malaysia!

    Welcome @Dorit! We are so thrilled to have you join our writing community! What do you write? RJ
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    If you look under the "Pitchfest 2025" on the menu bar (click on the upside down triangle) then...

    If you look under the "Pitchfest 2025" on the menu bar (click on the upside down triangle) then it will give you a list of options include agents and editors taking pitches. Please let us know if you have any other questions! Happy pitching! RJ
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    And the winner is...

    Thank you so much for taking the time to post your first three lines and cast a vote. There was another great turnout for the contest. We've tallied the votes, and we have a tie! The winner of the VIP subscription memberships are @Seilann and @Katya Stead ! Woo hoo! Congratulations to both of...
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    Intro

    Hi @paulyray, There are videos that are available for different memberships on the main page. You should be able to see what you can and can't access. You will also see the groups that are available listed on the page. There are groups such as a brainstorming group or an accountability group...
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    Those sound good! I read LOTR and the Hobbit years ago, but right now I'm still loving Holly...

    Those sound good! I read LOTR and the Hobbit years ago, but right now I'm still loving Holly Black, Kristen Ciccareli, and it's NA, but I'm going to be starting Onyx Storm in the near future.
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    Hi @Elizabeth Woods! It's great to have you back online. It sounds like you've been crazy busy...

    Hi @Elizabeth Woods! It's great to have you back online. It sounds like you've been crazy busy. Good luck with your novel! Does it get easier after finishing six manuscripts before? RJ
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    Looking forward to Pitchfest 2025!

    Fingers crossed for you, @trixie_112! :)
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    Intro

    Hi @paulyray! Welcome to SavvyAuthors! We are thrilled to have you join us. Congratulations on completing your memoir. Good luck with your editing. RJ
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    Let's vote for your favorite opening three lines!

    It's time to vote for your favorite opening three lines. We had another great turnout, so a HUGE thank you to those who shared. These are fantastic. It's going to be SO hard to pick! Please vote HERE. The voting will close Sunday March 9 at 11:59 pm. EST, and winner will be contacted and...