Angle Quote by Deborah Reber
“I'd worked on a series of Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul books called The Real Deal for HCI books, which featured essays and poems from teens.Finding the right authors for the series has been no easy feat, mostly because I'm looking for a perfect blend of a teen girl with an interesting story or hook, fantastic writing talent, and the confidence to commit to writing a 30,000+ word book in a matter of months. It's a huge commitment and I recognize that, so the fit has to be there from all these different angles.”
About This Quote
The speaker describes the difficulty of finding teenage authors who can deliver a long, high‑quality manuscript quickly, balancing talent, story appeal, and commitment.
In simple terms: Finding teen writers who can write a long book fast is hard.
Key Takeaway
Seek authors who meet talent, story, and dedication criteria.
Themes
talent
commitment
young writers
publishing
selection
Mood
determined
optimistic
pragmatic
Type
advice
process
industry
When to use this quote
- editorial meetings
- author interviews
- writing workshops
- marketing planning
Key Concepts
author selection
project management
creative process
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you broaden the pool of qualified teen writers?
- What incentives encourage rapid, high‑quality output?
A Different Perspective
Finding a perfect fit may delay the project and limit diversity of voices.
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