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Two apologies due, the first because I didn't post last Thursday as I said I would, and the second because I didn't post the websites as links, as my daughter said I should. I'll try to remedy at least the second this time.
JOBS AND MARKETS FOR WRITERS:
All Freelance Writing
http://allfreelancewriting.com
You can browse by category or search for specific paying freelance jobs.
Editor & Publisher
http://editorand publisher.com
Classified section for the latest in writing, editing, and publishing job offers.
The Market List
http://marketlist.com
This site specializes in market listings and resources for writers of children's books, science fiction, mysteries, and more.
Writer Gazette
http://writergazette.com
This site offers easy access to contests, markets, advice, and job listings. Extensive offerings of free articles on virtually everything writing-related.
GENRES/NICHES:
Resources for Children's Writers
http://resourcesforchildrenswriters.com
Hundreds of links to helpful resources offering advice on crafting, publishing, and marketing books for young readers.
Quantum Muse
http://quantummuse.com
User-created site: SF and fantasy stories and artwork for others to read and admire.
Mystery Writing Is Murder
http://mysterywritingismurder.blogspot.com
Blog brings insightful posts on what makes a successful mystery novel.
Murder By 4
http://murderby4.blogspot.com
Four suspense writers join forces and open up their writing lives on a blog, which is a must for all aspiring thriller writers.
ORGANIZATIONS:
Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators
http://scbwi.org
Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America
http://sfwa.org
Horror Writers Association
http://horror.org
Mystery Writers of America
http://mysterywriters.org
Poetry Society of America
http://PoetrySociety.org
Romance Writers of America
http://rwa.org
JUST FOR FUN:
Brainy Quotes:
http://brainyquote.com/quotes/keywords/writing.html
Hundreds of quotes from famous sources speaking to the risk, struggle, and rewards of writing.
Daily Writing Tips:
http://dailywritingtips.com
Helpful hints on grammar, punctuation, word choice, style, and more will come in handy when you least expect it.
Merrian-Webster Word of the Day:
http://merriam-webster.com/word-of-the-day
Expand your vocabulary one day at a time.
Squidoo
http://squidoo.com
Share information about nonfiction topics, or just scour the site for valuable information on all sorts of miscellanea. It's almost as addictive as reading Wikipedia!
I hope some of the sites will be helpful, informative, or maybe just fun to go to.
Until next time,
That's a wrap.
