Albany New York Public Library Writer’s Group
We accept all styles, genres, fiction, nonfiction, poetry, etc. (Please, no pornography.)
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Novel-In-Progress Bookcamp, sponsored by the Wisconsin Writers Association
A 6-day, all-included workshop for writers in all genres working on a novel or creative nonfiction book. Instructional classes, one-on-one consultations, group critique sessions, guest … Read More “Novel-In-Progress Bookcamp, sponsored by the Wisconsin Writers Association”
L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Contest
Awards short fiction up to 17,000 words written by emerging sci-fi, fantasy and horror writers. The contest is open only to those who have not … Read More “L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Contest”
2013 Novel Writing Contest
Contest is for unpublished and independently published novels.
New York Book Festival Author of the Year
The 2015 New York Book Festival has issued a call for entries to its annual competition honoring books worthy of further attention from the world … Read More “New York Book Festival Author of the Year”
Featured Posts
Seven steps to a stronger story
Follow these tips to fail-safe your fiction, and find the proper balance between character and plot. Read More “Seven steps to a stronger story”
What’s the best thing you can do to improve your writing?
Top authors advise how to make your fiction work improve tenfold, and provide steps to making it happen. Read More “What’s the best thing you can do to improve your writing?”
Finding the perfect title for your work
Titles introduce your work to readers. Here’s how to give them the meaty role they deserve. Read More “Finding the perfect title for your work”