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Fiction Writing
Posted on: July 24, 2009
This is a portion of another email newsletter that I get.
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from Ginny Wiehardt |
Getting Your Writing Published
— The Business of Writing
With the publishing industry ailing, more writers wonder if they should self publish than ever before. Proponents of self publishing claim that this is now a more respectable option because 1) print-on-demand (POD) books can be superior to books…
When you’re trying to complete a big project, funding can make all the difference. Here you’ll find the basics on the major funding opportunities available for writers.
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When you’re trying to complete a big project, funding can make all the difference. Here you’ll find the basics on the major funding opportunities available for writers.
Are you in the process of researching agents? Share the tips that are working for you.
Ready to research agents, but don’t know where to start? These basic tips will help you begin your search.
Videos aren’t just for musicians anymore: writers have them, too. The technology doesn’t have to be fancy if you have a good concept. In fact, simple is better if you’re doing it yourself.
The idea of trying to publish your work can be daunting, but it’s not hard to make submitting stories part of a writing routine.
Though the process of finding a literary agent can be one of the hardest steps in getting a book published, it’s also one of the most important. A good agent will help edit your book, get it into the hands of receptive editors, and make sure that you get the best possible deal. So how do you go about this all-important (and time consuming) process? The steps below will get you started.
Most writing contests involve at least two tiers of judging. Preliminary judges whittle down the stack of applications into a manageable group, usually twenty to fifty applications, for the main judges, who then read the applications carefully. The good news is that most entries eliminate themselves in the preliminary phase, either by failing to follow the rules or by careless writing: only a sma…
Stay on top of deadlines with these monthly lists of short story contests, fellowships, and residencies.
The first step in getting published is researching the market. Start with these lists of literary journals and magazines, grouped by journal size and age group.
In the age of the Internet, writers are much more involved in marketing their books than ever before. Find the methods of self-promotion that fit you best.
Submitting your work for publication is not that different from applying for a job. You want to put your best, most professional foot forward, starting with your cover letter. Though striking the right tone for this crucial document takes some thought, once you have a template, you can simply adjust it for each Cover Letter Example
Middle-grade novelist Berniece L. contributed this example of a cover letter she sent for her first novel.
How do you evaluate whether or not a writing contest is a writing scam? You can start with the criteria we try to follow when deciding whether or not to add a contest to our calendar. While you may want to be even more selective, these questions will provide a baseline.
A good literary agent will help edit your book, get it into the hands of receptive editors, and make sure that you get the best possible deal. How do you go about finding the right agent? Find answers to common questions here.
Your query letter is your one-page chance to win over a literary agent. How can you be sure you’re getting it right? This list of dos and don’ts will help you strike the right tone.
When you’re ready to get your novel published, you’ll probably start at the top, with companies like Random House, Penguin, and Simon & Schuster. It’s helpful to know a little bit about the business, even if you plan to have an agent.
A number of magazines and journals are seeking work from teens and young adults. Use this list to begin investigating the possibilities.
If you think the small press world might be right for you — or if you’re just curious about some of the better presses out there — these profiles will provide you with background information.
Jeanette Perez offers publishing advice culled from her time in the editorial department of HarperCollins Publishers.
An editorial director at Random House Children’s Books offers advice on how to present your ideas in a professional way during high-pressure writers’ conferences pitch sessions.
A review of the 2008 Novel and Short Story Writer’s Market, an indispensable tool for any fiction writer wishing to see his or her work in print.
Are you ready for bigger literary magazines, or just wanting to start at the top? Here are ten of the top journals in the U.S.
Before beginning the publication process, it’s important to know whether or not you’re ready. These five questions will help evaluate whether or not it’s the right time to enter this stage of your writing life.
Before you show your story to anyone, make sure that you’ve caught at least the obvious spelling and grammar mistakes using this comprehensive editing checklist.
There are plenty of people out there willing to take advantage of writers’ desire to get published. Unless you’re independently wealthy, the time you spend working to make money is time away from your art, so you should be careful with your money. But how do you know if a contest is legit? Here are a few things to consider before writing out a check.
International PEN, a worldwide association of writers, promotes friendship and cooperation among writers worldwide.
A profile of the Texas Book Festival, held each October in Austin, Texas, to raise money for Texas libraries.
In spite of the rejection and the work involved, the process of getting published can be rewarding in and of itself. After all, the people who run journals and magazines aren’t that different from you and me…
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Top Picks – Bedtime Board Books from your Children’s Books Guide |
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| “No, No, NO!!” If that’s the response you get when it’s time for bed, bedtime board books may be just what you need to encourage your sleepyhead to go to bed. One of the nice things about board books is that they are designed for heavy use. You don’t have to worry about your child inadvertently ripping the pages. After an adult has read to them, many small children like to “read” books to themselves until they go to sleep. Board books, with their sturdy cardboard pages, are perfect for this. | ||
| 1) Time for Bed The words of Australian writer Mem Fox are complemented by the charming watercolors of artist Jane Dyer. The text has a pleasant, rhythmic style. On every double page, there is a sentence in rhyme about a little animal being told it’s time for bed, along with a lovely watercolor of the baby animal and its mother. The animals include a little mouse, goose, calf, lamb, bird, bee, puppy, foal, and a deer. The last page shows a child in bed for the night. 2) A Child’s Good Night Book 3) Goodnight Moon
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What Am I Up to These Days?
Posted on: July 24, 2009
I am so blessed. Raising two boys gives me opportunities that I might otherwise miss. I can go to the zoo, even the petting zoo and no one will question it. I can swing as high as I want on the swing. I can make a trip to the park. I can sit on the floor and play with the toys that the astronauts played with in space. All I have to do is say that the boys wanted to do it. It’s great for research and it serves as a good activity for my nephews.
I’m working on a picture book. The rough draft is finished. Now, for the first of many revision to perfect the book.
My two pb critique groups have been keeping me busy. They challenge and inspire me. I’m working on a nonfiction piece for the third one.
I took the boys to a Birthday Party at the local library. Afterward they found books to read. I even picked up the last Harry Potter book. Should be a nice break from writing during the weekend when I have no kids.
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