Fuse Literary Agency http://www.fuseliterary.com Igniting Author Careers. Wed, 18 Oct 2017 03:40:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.8.2 Call for Submissions: Hot Holiday Reads vol. 4 http://www.fuseliterary.com/call-for-submissions-hot-holiday-reads-vol-4/ http://www.fuseliterary.com/call-for-submissions-hot-holiday-reads-vol-4/#respond Wed, 18 Oct 2017 03:40:05 +0000 http://www.fuseliterary.com/?p=6293 It’s that time again. Time to post a completely unrealistic stock photo of Santa.

I mean, come on. Santa has a beard.

It’s also time to open up general submissions for our annual Hot Holiday Reads charity anthology! We are once again donating 100% of our profits to charity, this time the Lung Cancer Alliance, in honor of our late client Jeff Carlson <3

Here are the details:

  • The theme is winter-holiday romance. This can be any holiday in winter, any romance sub-genre, any heat level, any orientation, any fetish, etc. All are welcome, and diversity is encouraged.
  • Stories of all lengths will be considered, but this is not the place to submit a full-length novel.
  • We’re signing non-exclusive rights, so you’re free to publish your story elsewhere (let us know if your story has been published before).
  • As always, there’s no submission fee.
  • If your story is accepted, you will receive a single payment of $10, which you can choose to have donated directly to the Lung Cancer Alliance.
  • If you have any questions, leave a comment here so everyone can benefit.

To submit, email us at shortfuse(at)fuseliterary(dot)com with a little about your story and about yourself, and attach your story in Word format. Submissions close on November 10th, and the anthology will be released as an ebook in December!

And if you aren’t writing romance but would still like to donate to the Lung Cancer Alliance, thank you. The link is right here.

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PERCEPTUAL INTELLIGENCE Is Out Now! http://www.fuseliterary.com/perceptual-intelligence-is-out-now/ http://www.fuseliterary.com/perceptual-intelligence-is-out-now/#respond Tue, 17 Oct 2017 18:28:35 +0000 http://www.fuseliterary.com/?p=6287 The wait is over! The highly anticipated debut by America’s TV Eye Doctor, “Dr. Brian,” is out now!

Without getting too political, it’s the perfect time for a book like PERCEPTUAL INTELLIGENCE. Designed to help us cut through the BS, sharpen our perception, and make more informed decisions, this one is already getting rave reviews:

“Brilliant insights and clarity to help you see yourself better and identify when your perceptions might be spot-on — or leading you far astray. Perceptual Intelligencecouldn’t be more timely for the chaotic world of today.”
“Dr. Phil” McGraw, host of Dr. Phil

“Perceptual Intelligence shows how reality can be altered in a person’s mind. . . . Did wearing the same pair of socks in every decathlon I was ever in help me become a champion? I think so — and my individual perception of that ‘reality’ is all that matters.”
Caitlyn Jenner, author of The Secrets of My Life

“We are constantly bombarded with mixed messages that can greatly influence our thinking. As such, it is very timely for Dr. Brian to address the important concept of perception. Perceptual Intelligence is a great first step in helping us understand how and why we perceive things the way we do, with the ultimate goal of making better decisions in our lives.”
Dr. Travis Stork, ER physician and host of The Doctors

“I loved reading Dr. Brian’s book. Perceptual Intelligence is the magic that comes from preparation coupled with experience.”
Apl.de.ap, multi-Grammy-winning musician, Black Eyed Peas

“We can close our eyes and envision ourselves being victorious, or we can allow the floating images in our heads to make us do gullible and foolish things. Perceptual Intelligence has the power to help people find the champion and truth teller within themselves.”
Apolo Ohno, eight-time Olympic medalist

“Perceptual Intelligence should be required reading for all military officers — on the shelf with Sun Tzu’s The Art of War. Dr. Brian offers a roadmap to realizing the mind’s commanding potential.”
Lieutenant Colonel Andy Hewitt, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.)

“A life changer! Not only does Dr. Brian prescribe ‘corrective glasses’ to see your life more clearly and confidently, he tells you how to create the lenses yourself. I wish I’d had this book decades ago.”
Leil Lowndes, bestselling author of How to Talk to Anyone

“A must-read for any business leader or marketer who wants to drive more demand for a product or service.”
Suzanne Saltzman Ginestro, chief marketing officer for Campbell Fresh

“This uniquely nuanced examination of the power and pitfalls of perception will delight all who seek a greater understanding of how we view the world and the perceptions that influence every aspect of our lives. I will recommend this book to colleagues and patients alike.”
Andrew Ordon, MD, “America’s plastic surgeon,” cohost of The Doctors, and author of Better in 7

“Dr. Brian’s new book unlocks so many breakthroughs that anyone who wants to succeed must read it. If you like Malcolm Gladwell’s work or just want to see the future before it happens, like in The Matrix movies, this is a must-buy book.”
Justin Hochberg, creator of The Profit and former producer of The Apprentice

“Much material has crossed my desk over the years, and I am happy to say that Perceptual Intelligence is for everyone! Sports, sex, work, and daily living are all explored. Save yourself some time and energy reading about mindfulness in the many books being hyped to you. This one work says it all and will take you to the next level.”
Bruce Brown, former head, William Morris Agency, West Coast Literary Department

“Impressive. As a psychological how-to, this book is full of helpful techniques and stories that illuminate, entertain, and surprise. Dr. Brian has a knack for rendering complex medical and scientific support for his theory of Perceptual Intelligence in language that is understandable and rewarding and he is a talented storyteller.”
Thomas Heinkel Miller, senior lecturer, Department of Communication Studies, UCLA

“A masterpiece! Incredibly engaging with well-placed humor throughout, Perceptual Intelligence is a clear, grounded, and useful guidebook that teaches the skills we all need to enhance our lives.”
Lisa Breckenridge, newscaster for CBS2 in Los Angeles

Pick it up now at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and independent bookstores everywhere, and follow Dr. Brian on Twitter @DrBoxerWachler.

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IDEA MACHINE by Jorjeana Marie Sold to Ten Speed Press! http://www.fuseliterary.com/idea-machine-by-jorjeana-marie-sold-to-ten-speed-press/ http://www.fuseliterary.com/idea-machine-by-jorjeana-marie-sold-to-ten-speed-press/#respond Fri, 06 Oct 2017 19:12:45 +0000 http://www.fuseliterary.com/?p=6284 Big congrats to improv actress, comedienne, voice-over artist, and now debut non-fiction author Jorjeana Marie on her book deal with Ten Speed Press, an imprint of Penguin Random House!

Lisa Westmoreland, Executive Editor of Ten Speed, acquired IDEA MACHINE: USING THE SECRETS OF IMPROV TO FREE YOUR WRITING AND MAKE YOU A CREATIVE POWERHOUSE, a fun guide to using the tricks of improvisation to strengthen your writing game, promising to solve the biggest challenges for novelists and screenwriters with exercises that elicit compelling story concepts, plots, characters, dialog, and more. Gordon Warnock brokered the deal for World English rights. Look for it in spring of 2019!

Follow Jorjeana on Twitter @jorjeanamarie, Facebook, and her two websites.

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Happy Book Birthday to T-Rex vs. Edna by Doug Rees! http://www.fuseliterary.com/happy-book-birthday-to-t-rex-vs-edna-by-doug-rees/ http://www.fuseliterary.com/happy-book-birthday-to-t-rex-vs-edna-by-doug-rees/#respond Tue, 26 Sep 2017 15:08:54 +0000 http://www.fuseliterary.com/?p=6258 Edna, the very first chicken, has feathers and she’s not afraid to use them on the tyrannical Tyrannosaurus who is terrorizing all the other dinosaurs. A hilarious tale of bravery that will have readers clucking in triumph.

Congratulations to Douglas Rees for his latest picture book for kids. Dinosaurs and chickens you say? Bring it on!

 

 

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The Final SFWF/EveryLibrary Benefit Auction Is Now Live! http://www.fuseliterary.com/the-final-sfwfeverylibrary-benefit-auction-is-now-live/ http://www.fuseliterary.com/the-final-sfwfeverylibrary-benefit-auction-is-now-live/#respond Mon, 18 Sep 2017 22:02:59 +0000 http://www.fuseliterary.com/?p=6245 Our first annual charity auction series has been a tremendous success. We’ve received a generous outpouring of donations from literary agents, acquisitions editors, award-winning authors, and other top publishing professionals, and most of them have been claimed by equally generous bidders. But we’ve saved some of the best for last, and our final auction round is now live on eBay.

 

Currently up for bidding are:

 

This series of auctions, which we plan on making an annual event, donates 100% of the proceeds to the 501(c)3 non-profit San Francisco Writers Foundation, supporting our local literary community, and a rotating co-beneficiary working on behalf of literacy and/or access to the written arts on a grand scale. This year, we are proud to donate to EveryLibrary, the first and only 501(c)4 social welfare organization in the US dedicated to protecting local libraries nationwide through voter support. In short, if there’s a measure on your local ballot to fund or defund your local library, they provide resources and education to help your community do the right thing.

 

Help us do the right thing, and get some A-list help with your work while you’re at it. Visit our eBay for Charities site, and follow @FuseLiterary on Twitter for updates.

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Congrats, Lisa Kessler, on an 8-book audio deal with Audible! http://www.fuseliterary.com/congrats-lisa-kessler-on-an-8-book-audio-deal-with-audible/ http://www.fuseliterary.com/congrats-lisa-kessler-on-an-8-book-audio-deal-with-audible/#respond Mon, 18 Sep 2017 17:14:36 +0000 http://www.fuseliterary.com/?p=6234

Bram Stoker finalist Lisa Kessler just scored an 8-book audio deal for her award-winning paranormal romance series from Audible. In the MOON series, the cowboy werewolves of Reno are fighting the unscrupulous Nero organization who is trying to bioengineer hybrid human-animal shifters. Books in this already published series from Entangled Publishing include:

Moonlight, Hunter’s Moon, Blood Moon, Harvest Moon, Ice Moon, Blue Moon, Wolf Moon, New Moon.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Nonfiction Writers Conference coming in November! http://www.fuseliterary.com/nonfiction-writers-conference-coming-in-november/ http://www.fuseliterary.com/nonfiction-writers-conference-coming-in-november/#respond Mon, 11 Sep 2017 18:31:07 +0000 http://www.fuseliterary.com/?p=6227 The Fall Nonfiction Writers Conference, featuring the theme “Marketing Mastery for Authors,” happens November 9th & 10th, 2017. This event is completely virtual; attendees participate via phone or Skype. Speakers for NFWC FallCon 2017 include:

  • Jim Horan – Opening Keynote: Ready for Your Author Business to Get Easy?
  • Sandra Beckwith – Build Your Book Marketing Plan
  • Connie Ragan Green – Website Secrets and Content Marketing for Authors
  • Joan Stewart, Book Hooks – Fun, Timely, Creative Angles to Publicize Your Book
  • Dennis Yu – Facebook Marketing for Authors
  • Stephanie Chandler – Advanced Book Marketing Tactics That Get Results
  • Patrick Schwerdtfeger – Keynote Gold: Speaking to Sell More Books
  • Tina Dietz – Marketing with Podcasts and Audio Books

The Nonfiction Writers Conference is brought to you by the Nonfiction Authors Association, an educational community for experienced and aspiring writers. If you’re ready to accelerate your author career, pull up a seat on your couch and join them for this powerful event! Details and registration: http://nonfictionwritersconference.com/fall-2017-nonfiction-writers-conference/

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Laura Heffernan Signs 3-Book Deal http://www.fuseliterary.com/laura-heffernan-signs-3-book-deal/ http://www.fuseliterary.com/laura-heffernan-signs-3-book-deal/#respond Tue, 15 Aug 2017 19:24:39 +0000 http://www.fuseliterary.com/?p=6208

Laura Heffernan has just signed a deal with Lyrical Press for a three-book contemporary romance series called GAMER GIRLS. The books will be linked but will feature a different game-playing couple in each. Book 1, set to publish in 2019, will feature a tabletop gamer whose primary competition for the annual American Board Game Championship is last year’s winner, back to defend his title. And to win this gamer girl’s heart.

Can’t wait that long? Laura’s book, SWEET REALITY, the follow-up to AMERICA’S NEXT REALITY STAR, comes out September 5.

Big congrats to Laura!

 

 

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THE JULIET SPELL Is Out Now! http://www.fuseliterary.com/the-juliet-spell-is-out-now/ http://www.fuseliterary.com/the-juliet-spell-is-out-now/#respond Tue, 15 Aug 2017 04:01:44 +0000 http://www.fuseliterary.com/?p=6202 I love this one. Pitch-perfect YA with the Hollywood-ready premise of a simple wish resulting in inadvertent time travel.

I had to play Juliet. I’d studied the part, I gave great reading, even with Bobby staring at my butt the whole time. But had I been good enough to beat Vivian? Wasn’t there anything else I could do?

Maybe. Maybe the old witch’s spell kit I had under my bed would help level the playing field.

As if. Instead of giving me that famous role, it gave me a famous person—sort of. Shakespeare. Well, Edmund Shakespeare. William’s younger brother.

Good thing he’s sweet and helpful with the play…and—ahem—maybe a little hot. But he’s from the past. Way past. Cars amaze him—cars! And cell phones? Ugh.

Still, there’s something about him that’s making my eyes go star-crossed….

Pick up THE JULIET SPELL, now only $2.99 on Kindle!

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HOLLYWOOD HOMICIDE Is Out Now! http://www.fuseliterary.com/hollywood-homicide-is-out-now/ http://www.fuseliterary.com/hollywood-homicide-is-out-now/#respond Tue, 08 Aug 2017 20:40:29 +0000 http://www.fuseliterary.com/?p=6186 Huge congrats to the next big name in the amateur sleuth game, Kellye Garrett!

 

HOLLYWOOD HOMICIDE is out now and causing a lot of buzz. Here’s what some have to say:

Starred Review, Publishers Weekly

Starred Review, Kirkus

Starred Review and Debut of the Month, Library Journal

“A non-stop fun read with humor sharp as a stiletto heel.” —Ellen Byron, Agatha-nominated and USA Today bestselling author

“I relished every unexpected twist and turn of this highly entertaining mystery!” —Kyra Davis, New York Times bestselling author

“Dayna, Emme and Sienna text, tipple and bicker their way through this twisty mystery and right into our hearts, via the funny bone.” —Catriona McPherson, Agatha Award-winner

“A terrific debut. Fresh, fun, and filled with twists and turns and kept me glued to the page. I’m eagerly awaiting the next Detective by Day mystery!” —Gigi Pandian, USA Today bestselling author

If you’re in NYC, stop by Book Culture on W 112th at Broadway from 7PM – 9PM EST tonight for the big release party. If you can’t make it out, join her on Facebook Live tomorrow at 8PM EST. 

HOLLYWOOD HOMICIDE is available on Amazon, IndieBound, and in bookstores everywhere. Looks great in Barnes & Noble!

 

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