The Literal Latte Awards are sponsoring the K. Margaret Grossman Fiction Awards. Maximum word count is 8,000 and the contest deadline is January 15, 2012. All subjects are welcome and every entry is considered for publication.
Prizes
First Prize - $1,000
Second Prize - $300
Third Prize - $200
Include your name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address (optional) on a separate cover page only. Include a reading fee of $10 or $15 for two stories. Check or money order should be made payable to: Literal Latte Awards. Mail submission to:
Literal Latte Awards
200 East 10th Street
Suite 240
New York, NY 10003
(212)-260-5532 for questions
Include S.A.S.E. or e-mail address for confirmation of receipt.
Friday, December 30, 2011
Monday, December 26, 2011
Fan Story
For over 10 years, FanStory.com has helped writers improve their craft through offering contests, classes, forums, and prompts. Benefits of belonging to Fan Story include:
All forms of writing are welcome from poetry, fiction, non-fiction, to book chapters and scripts. Getting the benefit of feedback that will be written on everything you write.
Over 50 writing contests are offered each moth. The contests are free to participate in and you can win cash prizes.
If you are talented enough you can earn a top rank. Every comment counts towards your ranking.
As a writer, you will receive feedback on everything you post. Reviews are free with membership.
Participating in an online experience that will help you improve your writing. Enjoy the friendly and competitive nature of Fan Story.
Membership is free, but you can also upgrade for as little as $2.80 per month. Click here for pricing details.
All forms of writing are welcome from poetry, fiction, non-fiction, to book chapters and scripts. Getting the benefit of feedback that will be written on everything you write.
Over 50 writing contests are offered each moth. The contests are free to participate in and you can win cash prizes.
If you are talented enough you can earn a top rank. Every comment counts towards your ranking.
As a writer, you will receive feedback on everything you post. Reviews are free with membership.
Participating in an online experience that will help you improve your writing. Enjoy the friendly and competitive nature of Fan Story.
Membership is free, but you can also upgrade for as little as $2.80 per month. Click here for pricing details.
Friday, December 23, 2011
2012 Flying Trout Press Chapbook Contest
The Flying Trout Press is accepting entries for its 2012 Poetry Chapbook Contest until January 15, 2012. First prize is $500, publication, and five copies of the chapbook.
The mission of the Flying Trout Press is to publish new authors. Therefore, the contest is open only to authors without a published book or chapbook.
Deadline: January 15, 2012.
Submit 20-24 pages of poetry.
Blind review: On a cover sheet submit your name, address, phone number, and e-mail address, and the title of your chapbook. On the chapbook manuscript put only the title. Place the chapbook title on every page of the manuscript. NOTE: Author's name cannot appear anywhere on the chapbook manuscript.
Reading fee: $16 in check or money order made payable to Flying Trout Press.
Poems can be on any topic.
Four finalists also receive a free copy of the chapbook and are considered for publication.
No manuscripts will be returned without an S.A.S.E.
No electronic submissions.
Mail entries to:
Flying Trout Press
P.O. Box 1256
Bellingham, WA 98227-1256
For questions, contact info@flyingtroutpress.org.
The mission of the Flying Trout Press is to publish new authors. Therefore, the contest is open only to authors without a published book or chapbook.
Deadline: January 15, 2012.
Submit 20-24 pages of poetry.
Blind review: On a cover sheet submit your name, address, phone number, and e-mail address, and the title of your chapbook. On the chapbook manuscript put only the title. Place the chapbook title on every page of the manuscript. NOTE: Author's name cannot appear anywhere on the chapbook manuscript.
Reading fee: $16 in check or money order made payable to Flying Trout Press.
Poems can be on any topic.
Four finalists also receive a free copy of the chapbook and are considered for publication.
No manuscripts will be returned without an S.A.S.E.
No electronic submissions.
Mail entries to:
Flying Trout Press
P.O. Box 1256
Bellingham, WA 98227-1256
For questions, contact info@flyingtroutpress.org.
Monday, December 19, 2011
Baby Boomer Women's Groups
In a nutshell, the mission of the National Association of Baby Boomer Women (NABBW) is to provide community, encouragement, support, and beneficial products and services to women born between 1946 and 1964. Through programs, benefits, communications, and services, the NABBW is passionately dedicated to uniting, supporting, educating, and advocating for Baby Boomer women residing in North America and around the world.
A sister organization, Boomer Women Speak provides a place offering opportunities for baby boomer women to share personal experiences in a heartfelt and genuine way with no worry about being judged. The site offers over 50 forums on topics as diverse adult education, domestic violence, hobbies, laughter, loss, and travel. The main focus of this site is to help Baby Boomer women realize they are not alone in their thoughts, emotions, and actions.
A sister organization, Boomer Women Speak provides a place offering opportunities for baby boomer women to share personal experiences in a heartfelt and genuine way with no worry about being judged. The site offers over 50 forums on topics as diverse adult education, domestic violence, hobbies, laughter, loss, and travel. The main focus of this site is to help Baby Boomer women realize they are not alone in their thoughts, emotions, and actions.
Friday, December 16, 2011
Schafly Beer Micro-Fiction Contest
Schlafly Brewery and RiverStyx are teaming up for the 2012 Schlafly Beer Micro-Fiction Contest. First prize is $1,500 and a case of micro-brewed Schlafly Beer. Entries must be postmarked by December 31, 2011.
Guidelines:
500 words maximum per story, up to three stories per entry
The $20 reading fee includes a one-year subscription of River Styx
Include name and address on cover letter ONLY
Entrants will be notified by S.A.S.E.
Winner published in the Spring issue of River Styx
All stories will be considered for publication
Previously published stories, including those that have appeared on web sites, blogs, and personal home pages will NOT be considered.
Postmark entries by December 31, 2011 to:
River Styx's Schlafly Beer Micro-Fiction Contest
3547 Olive Street
Suite 107
St. Louis, MO 63103
Guidelines:
500 words maximum per story, up to three stories per entry
The $20 reading fee includes a one-year subscription of River Styx
Include name and address on cover letter ONLY
Entrants will be notified by S.A.S.E.
Winner published in the Spring issue of River Styx
All stories will be considered for publication
Previously published stories, including those that have appeared on web sites, blogs, and personal home pages will NOT be considered.
Postmark entries by December 31, 2011 to:
River Styx's Schlafly Beer Micro-Fiction Contest
3547 Olive Street
Suite 107
St. Louis, MO 63103
Monday, December 12, 2011
Author's Den
Author's Den was established as a means of helping authors and readers to interact in a face-to-face environment, much like authors and readers did in the past. The mission to is re-create the face-to-face author and reader relationship in a similar way that existed before the dawn of the industrial revolution.
Today, it's easier than ever for authors to create, publish, share, and interact directly with readers, whether it's selling books or forming an author/reader relationship. To accomplish this, Author's Den offers a variety of services including the ability to advertise books, post additional writing like articles, stories, and poetry, plus add news about your writing and/or books, promotional events, blogs, biographies, and an Author's Den web page.
Joining Author's Den is free, however, authors can also choose to pay for either Bronze, Silver, or Gold memberships, each expanding opportunities for an author's exposure. Author's Den has just recently added new marketing components to its services including editing, proofreading, publishing, coaching, and promotion. The site is continually expanding, visited by an average of 1,400,000 readers per month.
Today, it's easier than ever for authors to create, publish, share, and interact directly with readers, whether it's selling books or forming an author/reader relationship. To accomplish this, Author's Den offers a variety of services including the ability to advertise books, post additional writing like articles, stories, and poetry, plus add news about your writing and/or books, promotional events, blogs, biographies, and an Author's Den web page.
Joining Author's Den is free, however, authors can also choose to pay for either Bronze, Silver, or Gold memberships, each expanding opportunities for an author's exposure. Author's Den has just recently added new marketing components to its services including editing, proofreading, publishing, coaching, and promotion. The site is continually expanding, visited by an average of 1,400,000 readers per month.
Friday, December 09, 2011
Writer's Digest Conference
The Writer's Digest Conference is being held January 20 - 22, 2012 in New York City at the Sheraton New York Hotel. The Writer's Digest Conference brings together influential agents, innovators, and creative minds in the publishing world all willing to share their inside knowledge with authors.
Some of the things the conference can help you accomplish:
Expand your knowledge in sessions focused on the business, craft, and future of publishing.
Exchange ideas with fellow writers and publishing professionals.
Discover your strengths.
Sessions and speakers include:
Conflict and Suspense - James Scott Bell
E-Publishing 101: The Major Services - Jame Friedman
Pitch Perfect - Chuck Sambuchino
The Drive To Write - Chris Baty
Some of the things the conference can help you accomplish:
Expand your knowledge in sessions focused on the business, craft, and future of publishing.
Exchange ideas with fellow writers and publishing professionals.
Discover your strengths.
Sessions and speakers include:
Conflict and Suspense - James Scott Bell
E-Publishing 101: The Major Services - Jame Friedman
Pitch Perfect - Chuck Sambuchino
The Drive To Write - Chris Baty
Monday, December 05, 2011
Finding An Agent
Agent Query offers writers the largest searchable database of literary agents available on the Internet. The free database provides reputable, established literary agents in search of authors just like you.
Agent Query claims to have done all the necessary legwork, but a writer can never be too careful. To get the most advantage from the database, consider cross-checking it with the Association of Authors' Representatives (AAR), a non-profit organization of quality literary agents, dramatic representatives of authors, dramatists and other creators or owners of intellectual property.
Agent Query claims to have done all the necessary legwork, but a writer can never be too careful. To get the most advantage from the database, consider cross-checking it with the Association of Authors' Representatives (AAR), a non-profit organization of quality literary agents, dramatic representatives of authors, dramatists and other creators or owners of intellectual property.
Friday, December 02, 2011
National Chapbook Fellowship
The National Chapbook Fellowships are sponsored by the Poetry Society of America and are open to any resident who has not published a full-length poetry collection. The entry fee is $12.00 via check or money order made payable to the Poetry Society of America. Deadline is December 22, 2011 (postmarked).
Guidelines:
Manuscripts are to be 20-30 pages in length, typed on 8 1/2" x 11" paper and bound with a spring clip. Manuscripts should include no more than one poem per page.
A complete submission should include:
Title page with the contest name, your name, address, telephone, e-mail, and any other relevant contact information. Your name should not appear elsewhere in the manuscript.
A title page with just the title of the manuscript.
An acknowledgments pages. Poems included may be previously published, but please include an acknowledgments page listing specific publications.
A complete table of contents.
Payment of the $12.00 entry fee.
Self-addressed, stamped post card for confirmation of receipt and a self-addressed, stamped envelope for a list of the winners.
Manuscripts by more than one author will not be accepted.
Translations will not be accepted.
Send entry to:
PSA Chapbook Contest
Poetry Society of America
15 Gramercy Park
New York, NY 10003
Guidelines:
Manuscripts are to be 20-30 pages in length, typed on 8 1/2" x 11" paper and bound with a spring clip. Manuscripts should include no more than one poem per page.
A complete submission should include:
Title page with the contest name, your name, address, telephone, e-mail, and any other relevant contact information. Your name should not appear elsewhere in the manuscript.
A title page with just the title of the manuscript.
An acknowledgments pages. Poems included may be previously published, but please include an acknowledgments page listing specific publications.
A complete table of contents.
Payment of the $12.00 entry fee.
Self-addressed, stamped post card for confirmation of receipt and a self-addressed, stamped envelope for a list of the winners.
Manuscripts by more than one author will not be accepted.
Translations will not be accepted.
Send entry to:
PSA Chapbook Contest
Poetry Society of America
15 Gramercy Park
New York, NY 10003
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