If you’re a fan or friend of Engine Books, you probably know its origin story: In 2010, I decided I wanted to help bring
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Author: Victoria Barrett
It’s Almost Madagascar Time! Let’s Have a Sale
Next Tuesday is pub day for Steven Schwartz’s wonderful new and selected story collection, Madagascar. Order your copy before 9/16 and get it for just $10 in
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What I’m Reading: Blood, Bones & Butter
Well, I was, anyway. Some context, in two parts: First, What I’m Reading posts are meant to give writers who are considering submitting to
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Winner Winner: The 2015 EB Fiction Prize
Dear Readers! I’m thrilled to announce that our 2015 fiction prize, judged by Rebecca Makkai, has reached its excellent conclusion. The Finalists: Pamela Balluck, Development
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Looking Ahead
McSweeneys’ shift to nonprofit status has me reflecting on this industry, and in particular the way small presses are, for the most part, set
Read MoreWelcome to the Engine Books Podcast
Hey you! We’re having a podcast! So here’s the thing: From time to time, we sit around and have cocktails and talk about editing
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On Submissions.
After spending the morning reviewing query submissions, I’m having some…thoughts. I’m going to share them here in case they’re helpful to anyone, though I
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WE ARE THE SYSTEM.
Yesterday I presented on a panel about book promotion at the Indy Author Fair. As I expected, a handful of audience members wanted me
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No, your e-books should not be dirt cheap.
Melissa Bikichky at DePaul University interviewed me recently for a project she’s working on. She asked me about e-books. Here’s what I said. Q:
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Win a Copy of INTO THIS WORLD!
We’re having a Goodreads Giveaway! Enter to win your copy now. Goodreads Book Giveaway Into This World by Sybil Baker Giveaway ends May
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