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Jane Friedman (blog)

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Veteran publishing expert covering traditional/self/hybrid publishing, agents, proposals, platform, and marketing.

When the Comments Section Is Challenging
News•Mar 11, 2026

When the Comments Section Is Challenging

Lea Page recounts a harrowing comment she received after publishing a Huffington Post piece on empathy, illustrating how women often endure gendered harassment online. Instead of silencing herself, she reclaimed the insult “sea hag,” turning it into a personal brand symbol by wearing a custom sweatshirt. The narrative shows how confronting hateful remarks can transform personal pain into community dialogue. This experience underscores the broader challenge of toxic comment sections for creators and brands alike.

By Jane Friedman (blog)
Base Your Story Structure on Principles, Not Systems
News•Mar 5, 2026

Base Your Story Structure on Principles, Not Systems

The article argues that writers should base story structure on underlying principles rather than rigid systems. It outlines three core functions of structure: advancing the plot, reflecting the character’s journey, and shaping the reader’s experience. Real‑world examples—from *White Mulberry* to...

By Jane Friedman (blog)
New Literary Agency: Lingua Nova
News•Mar 4, 2026

New Literary Agency: Lingua Nova

Jaidree Braddix, former head of publishing at ARC Collective, has founded Lingua Nova, a new literary agency dedicated to nonfiction. The agency aims to represent a mix of emerging and established nonfiction writers, leveraging Braddix’s industry contacts. Lingua Nova enters...

By Jane Friedman (blog)
Agencies Partner up to Represent Authors of Romance and More
News•Mar 4, 2026

Agencies Partner up to Represent Authors of Romance and More

The Gernert Company and Bookcase Literary Agency announced a partnership to jointly represent self‑published and debut authors of commercial fiction aimed at women, including romance. The collaboration pools the agencies’ editorial, sales, and rights expertise to broaden market reach. By...

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