Writers Resources

Blood at the Source Blood at the Source- Tips for mystery writers on how to get the most out of libraries and the Web. Includes contemporary crime, criminal justice, and general research sources and … Crime Writers’ Association Crime Writers’ Association- A professional body which represents commercially published authors and people from related industries. Home of the Dagger Awards. Mystery Writers of America Mystery Writers of America- MWA helps negotiate contracts, watches developments in legislation and tax law, sponsors symposia and mystery conferences, and publishes books, includi… Public Safety Writers Association Public Safety Writers Association- Open to new and experienced, published and not yet published writers. Includes newsletter and writing competition details. Historical Fiction Writers Research Blog Historical Fiction Writers Research Blog- A research home for history writers by A.M. Calberg. English Historical Fiction Authors English Historical Fiction Authors- British history posts by authors of British historical fiction. Of Ages Past Of Ages Past- An online magazine that includes an archive of articles for historical writers. The Historical Novel Society The Historical Novel Society- An organization for readers and writers that promotes all aspects of historical fiction. Writing History - Writing Fiction Writing History - Writing Fiction- A virtual conference on writing, the participants are academic historians who have published works of history and works of fiction. Horror Blogger Alliance Horror Blogger Alliance- A site dedicated to the individuals writing about the horror genre. Horror Tree Horror Tree- A resource for horror authors with new anthology listings, tips, and advice. International Horror Guild International Horror Guild- The IHG was created to recognize the achievements of those who create in the field of horror and dark fantasy. The Australian Horror Writers Association (AHWA) The Australian Horror Writers Association (AHWA)- A community for writers of horror in Australia. Dark Markets.com Dark Markets.com- Online market guide for horror writers. Blog and links. Horror Writers Association Horror Writers Association- A worldwide organization of writers and publishing professionals dedicated to promoting dark literature and the interests of those who write it. Cafe Doom Cafe Doom- Forum for horror and gothic writers. Includes contests and fiction postings. Hellnotes Hellnotes- Offers horror genre news and information from JournalStone Publishing. Fiona's Fear and Loathing Fiona's Fear and Loathing- Devoted to horror literature, book reviews and other resources of interest to horror writers. Online Writing Workshop for Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Online Writing Workshop for Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror- Web-based, peer-review writing workshop for aspiring authors. Includes reviews, discussion list, and newsletter. O… Fanlore - How to Write Almost Readable Fan Fiction Fanlore - How to Write Almost Readable Fan Fiction- By Ms. Nitpicker/Jane Leavell. Archive of Our Own Archive of Our Own- A fan-created archive for transformative fanworks, like fanfiction, fanart, fan videos, and podfic. Women Fanfiction Writers Women Fanfiction Writers- A webring to draw together women writers of fan fiction. Any and all fandoms are welcome to join. How to Write Almost Readable Fan Fiction How to Write Almost Readable Fan Fiction- Tutorial on how to write fan fiction with grammar and other issues covered. The Sanctum The Sanctum- Offers original anime stories, influenced by the love of anime, though they are completely original, not FanFics. Yahoo! Groups: Fan Fic Med Yahoo! Groups: Fan Fic Med- Mailing list for writers to seek story-related medical information. Fanfic Challenges Fanfic Challenges- A resource for writers who are trying to find time to write or are experiencing writers-block. Accepting challenges for all fandoms. What is Fan Fiction FAQ What is Fan Fiction FAQ- Tips for fan fiction writers and writing basics. From the Official Archive of the Paris/ Torres Collective. FanFiction.Net FanFiction.Net- A resource for writing, reviewing and reading fanfiction stories. Fay Knowles Fay Knowles- Offers an informal guide and source of inspiration for new and not so new writers. Focused on The Bahamas. Writerspark Writerspark- Site for writers by Bill Weiss. Steven Barley Steven Barley- Tongue-in-cheek guide for every budding author with a novel inside them, based on hilarious personal experience. Straight from Hel Straight from Hel- Helen Ginger is an editor and fiction writer. Contains contest information, events, and writing and blogging tips. The Loving Writer The Loving Writer- Season Robbins offers encouragement and inspiration for writers. Mandy Wallace - Write or Die Mandy Wallace - Write or Die- Tips for fiction writers and author bloggers on: plot development, blogging into traditional publishing, character design, author interviews, writing… Blood on My Typewriter Blood on My Typewriter- Tips, advice, and how-to's for writers who seek to hone their writing craft. Especially useful for troubleshooting problem areas that lead to writer's bloc… UnGarbl'd Thoughts UnGarbl'd Thoughts- A blog about: creating and appreciating quality communication ... through writing, photography, politics, travel, music. From Gary B. Larson. Carrie Mumford Carrie Mumford- Blogs about technology, editing and creativity for aspiring writers. Living in Calgary, Alberta. Two Ends of the Pen Two Ends of the Pen- This site offers posts on the craft of writing and understanding the world of ebooks and epublishing. Paperbackwrighter Paperbackwrighter- Irish writer Simon Wright's website provides writer resource articles and examples of the writer's creative writing. Writer's Hearth Writer's Hearth- Anecdotes, adventures, advice, and occasional fiction & photos from a little-known writer and a better-known friend or two. Writers in thehe (virtual) Sky Writers in thehe (virtual) Sky- News, podcast and commentary about the opportunities for writers of all genres in the through learning, publishing, support, and a wealth of other … Write Type Multi Author Musings Write Type Multi Author Musings- Ten published authors muse on writing, life in general, novels, their triumphs and woes, tips and everything else of interest. The Crafty Writer The Crafty Writer- The business and craft of writing. Covers all aspects of creating and marketing your work in the following areas: fiction (children and adult), non-fiction, scr… Writing from the Twelfth House Writing from the Twelfth House- To support, encourage, inspire and entertain writers and readers who share my preoccupation with questions of meaning, pattern and purpose. Carol Baldwin's Blog Carol Baldwin's Blog- This site specializes in writing tips and book reviews for teachers and writers. Meghan McCarthy Meghan McCarthy- Information from various authors and illustrators on how they got published, tips and links from children's book author, Meghan McCarthy. Writers Reign Writers Reign- A place for aspiring writers to get help and encouragement. Articles, competitions, links and recommended resources. Sally Bacchetta - On Words Sally Bacchetta - On Words- Articles exploring the power of the written word. Barb Chandler's: The Writers Toolbox Barb Chandler's: The Writers Toolbox- Links of interest to writers and journalists. Pam Calvert's Writer's Heaven Pam Calvert's Writer's Heaven- Children's author Pam Calvert offers tips and shares the lighter side of rejection on Inksplaaat.