Writers Resources

Unlock Writers Block Unlock Writers Block- Learn how prolific writers of all disciplines overcome block, increase productivity and boost creativity. Where Writers Win Where Writers Win- Tips, training and tools for emerging authors. Pocket Read Pocket Read- A resource for writers from the inception of an idea, through the joy (and pain) of writing, to ultimately publishing a manuscript. Basic Guide to Essay Writing Basic Guide to Essay Writing- A step-by-step guide to writing a basic essay, along with links to other essay-writing resources. Kathy Livingston. Writers Cheat Sheets Writers Cheat Sheets- Catherine E. McLean, providing shortcuts, secrets, practical tips, and writers cheat sheets for novels and short stories. Fear of Writing Fear of Writing- Inspirational article which suggests that suffering will make our work real, thereby giving it depth and integrity. Teach Yourself Just Write Teach Yourself Just Write- Creative writing content, resources and news for aspiring writers and enthusiasts. The Writing Mall The Writing Mall- Resources for writers, journal keepers and content providers. The Writers Journey The Writers Journey- Supports writers through the complex process of creating written work. Mentoring, workshops and wilderness retreats. Indies Unlimited Indies Unlimited- Tips and resources for independent authors. On Getting Published, ebooks, and Living Goddess On Getting Published, ebooks, and Living Goddess- Links to contests, author interviews, trends in publishing, news of use to writers. From a writer living in India. Caro Clarke Caro Clarke- Writing advice. Several articles for fiction and non-fiction writers. Concise, Scannable, and Objective: How to Write for the Web Concise, Scannable, and Objective: How to Write for the Web- A report on Web usability studies that describes how to write for the internet user. Guide to Literary Agents Guide to Literary Agents- Chuck Sambuchino's blog helps you find the right agent to represent your work. At F+W Media, Inc. How to Copyright a Book - Scribendi.com How to Copyright a Book - Scribendi.com- Scribendi.com's editors explain everything you need to know about how to copyright a book. Backspace - The Writers Place Backspace - The Writers Place- Offers discussion forums, for registered users, and articles. Writing for the Web Writing for the Web- Research on how users read on the web and how authors should write their web pages. Mainly based on studies by John Morkes and Jakob Nielsen. Includes links t… The Ten Most Common Reasons Book Proposals are Rejected The Ten Most Common Reasons Book Proposals are Rejected- Marcia Yudkin provides a list of rejection reasons, and ways to succeed. Write It Sideways Write It Sideways- Provides articles to help writers gain new skills, define goals, increase productivity, and prepare for publication. Scribendi Inc - Advice and Articles Scribendi Inc - Advice and Articles- Tips on writing, English, and composition. SFWA: Information Center SFWA: Information Center- From Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, Inc. volunteers. Pointers on manuscript preparation and critiquing. Writing@CSU Writing@CSU- Writing Center at Colorado State University. Provides writing guides, tutorials and other information. Forward Motion for Writers Forward Motion for Writers- Articles, workshops, free writers' community, publication how-to's and discussions, free e-books and bi-monthly e-zine. From full-time novelist Holly L… Inspiration for Writers Inspiration for Writers- Writing tips and techniques, editing and critiquing services, and plenty of encouragement. OurSimpleJoys: Writing OurSimpleJoys: Writing- Tips and advice from Ruby Bayan, freelance writer, editor, and site designer. WriteDirections WriteDirections- Online resources and articles by Beth Mende Conny. OrganizedWriter.com OrganizedWriter.com- Provides tips, tools and resources to help writers get organized and write more. Writing Guidebook Writing Guidebook- Useful articles full of information for both novice and experienced writers. Victory Crayne, Author Victory Crayne, Author- Original articles by Victory Crayne. Links to resources, search tools and motivational articles. Meghan McCarthy - Publishing Articles Meghan McCarthy - Publishing Articles- A section devoted to authors and illustrators - with publishing advice, writing tips, and author interviews. Twilight Times: Marketing and Self-Promotion Twilight Times: Marketing and Self-Promotion- Article written by author Astrid Cooper. Monica Wood- Tips Monica Wood- Tips- Monica Wood is a novelist and short-story writer who teaches fiction workshops. Provides tips for writers. What do Publishers do? What do Publishers do?- Excerpt from pages 5-29 of Getting It Published: A Guide for Scholars and Anyone Else Serious about Serious Books, by William Germano. Writing in the Age of the Network Writing in the Age of the Network- Text of ideas about authoring in an age of multi-media: the computer's effect, the book as a media space, and an invitation to respond. How to Tell if a New or Small Press is Legitimate How to Tell if a New or Small Press is Legitimate- Ways to check out a publisher before signing a contract. Sensible Solutions: Book Marketing Sensible Solutions: Book Marketing- Offers information to get books into the hands of readers. Harold Underdown's Frequently Asked Questions File Harold Underdown's Frequently Asked Questions File- General questions about children's books, writing, and publishing. Ink Ink- Articles for writing, publications and publicity. Writing Counterpoints Writing Counterpoints- Two essays by J.D. Chapman on writing counterpoints. StoryCon StoryCon- Articles submitted by members, on various aspects of writing. Web Writing That Works Web Writing That Works- Articles from trainer-writer team Jonathan and Lisa Price. Incorporating research on usability, readability, reading comprehension, and writing methods. Frankfurt Book Fair Frankfurt Book Fair- Fair for the industry, offers news and reports on the latest trends with conferences and seminars. Takes place annually. Based in Germany. Writing Immersion Retreats Writing Immersion Retreats- Offers creative writing, yoga and painting retreats and intensives that take place in Italy, Bali and the Caribbean. Includes dates, testimonials, FAQ … Moondance International Film Festival Moondance International Film Festival- To promote and encourage women screenwriters, playwrights, short-story writers, and women who make independent films. National Novel Writing Month National Novel Writing Month- NaNoWriMo is an annual (November) novel writing project that brings together professional and amateur writers from all over the world. Immrama Immrama- Literary festival held in Lismore, Co. Waterford, Ireland on the theme of travel writing. DIY Convention DIY Convention- Annual events and reports on the people who are making things happen in the world of digital media. Prague Writers' Festival Prague Writers' Festival- Official site, featuring video clips and details about the program, author profiles, interviews, and a history. Great Sites for Writers Great Sites for Writers- Updated blogroll of sites for writers. Writers Resource Directory Writers Resource Directory- A free site for writers and authors with writing and publishing links and information.