How to Start a Story 1 Feb 2012 | 07:44 am

One of the questions I hear frequently from aspiring writers is, “How do I start a story?” Even seasoned writers have days when the story won’t come. Talking to a reporter for Interview Magazine in 19...

How to Publish My First Book 31 Jan 2012 | 02:59 pm

One of the questions I hear most often from aspiring writers is, “How do I publish my first book?” While there’s no easy path to publication, with a good story, a very thick skin, and  a great deal of...

Where to Submit Your Fiction 31 Jan 2012 | 11:27 am

First, do your research The old-school but reliable Novel and Short Story Writer’s Market (Writer’s Digest Books)covers many of the better publications with detailed descriptions of tastes, editorial ...

How to Submit Stories for Publication 31 Jan 2012 | 11:18 am

The noun’s the thing 30 Jan 2012 | 12:07 pm

Back in July of 2011, WORD magazine remembered John Carter, songwriter, producer, and A&R man extraordinaire, who “was instrumental in the careers of and a passionate supporter of Bob Seger, The Motel...

The Art of Rejection: Why Kathryn Stockett Never Gave Up 30 Jan 2012 | 11:57 am

More Magazine features an essay by Kathryn Stockett, author of the wildly successful novel The Help, now a wildly successful film. It’s an old story, but worth repeating: novelist gets a zillion rejec...

24-hour flash fiction contest 26 Jan 2012 | 08:29 am

Line Zero litmag is running a 24-hour flash fiction contest. Here are the rules, from the contest website: We’re running a 24 hour prompt-based contest showcasing the art of flash fiction. Participant...

I want to be a writer…how do I start? 25 Jan 2012 | 05:46 pm

One question I often hear from teenagers is this: “I want to be a writer. How do I start?” 1. Begin by being a good reader. Read widely and well: fiction, poetry, memoir. To get a great idea of the po...

Manuscript Services 5 Dec 2011 | 07:45 pm

Guided Workbooks for Writers 4 Oct 2011 | 09:50 am

See what’s in store this year from the Guided Workbooks for Writers series.