THE MORE YOU KNOW

The More You Know is a resource page dedicated to helping BIPOC writers on their journey to traditional publication. From informational lists and submission tips to POV pieces and chatting about the community, this platform is all about BIPOC writers, authors, and publishing professionals sharing their knowledge with those looking to follow in their footsteps.

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I’M NO LONGER FUNNY, I WANT BETTER REP (Okay, I’m a little funny)

Priyanka Taslim

Sep 5, 2021
7 min

I’M NO LONGER FUNNY, I WANT BETTER REP (Okay, I’m a little funny)

Hi, my name is Priyanka Taslim. It’s my absolute pleasure to write this post about humor, comedy, and romcoms for BIPOC Bookshelf.

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I DIDN’T GET AN AGENT. IS MY DREAM OF BEING A PUBLISHED AUTHOR DEAD?

Jun 18, 2021
6 min

I DIDN’T GET AN AGENT. IS MY DREAM OF BEING A PUBLISHED AUTHOR DEAD?

As I tapped away on my laptop, writing and editing my manuscript, I dreamed of two things: 1. Finding an agent 2. Being published by...

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The Importance of Building A Community - AKA Get yourself a Petty DM Buddy

Mia P. Manansala

May 4, 2021
4 min

The Importance of Building A Community - AKA Get yourself a Petty DM Buddy

Writing is tough. Writing as a member of a marginalized/underrepresented group? Tougher. Writing as a member of multiple...

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I've Got the Literary Agent; Now what?

Jemiscoe Chambers-Black

May 4, 2021
6 min

I've Got the Literary Agent; Now what?

There is a lot of information on how to get an #agent. There’s plenty you can find on how to get to the end of your novel, get your...

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Complicated Love: A Reckoning with the Publishing Industry

Catherine Adel West

Oct 20, 2020
4 min

Complicated Love: A Reckoning with the Publishing Industry

When I began my writing journey, I didn’t set out to have an issue or issues I was passionate about. My allegiance was to words...

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