I mentioned some places to get feedback on your writing in the last post. Here are more options. Bardsy’s First Chapter Contest is open for entries until June 20. They’re looking for first chapters that grab their attention and leave the reader wanting more. Your chapter should set the stage for the story to come, establishing…
Wednesday’s Writers’ Rendezvous raised a question about how to get feedback on your writing. As it happens, I had several places to suggest, including libraries, which often have writing groups that meet regularly to critique each other’s work. There are also workshops and classes to sign up for. What I hadn’t expected were the contests…
Here’s the second half of my monthly update for writers, with information about pitch parties, a mystery writers’ conference, and several other events for writers. Some are in-person, some are virtual, so check the details if you’re interested. Bloom Writers’ Studio, run by Tessa Smith McGovern, is holding a virtual Pitch Party with two top…
We were a select group at today’s meeting, but we covered a lot of subjects ranging from copyright to army libraries. The season for writing events is underway and there are plenty to choose from. Keep reading to find out more. Author and writing teacher Tessa Smith McGovern, is offering a 12-week virtual writing MFA…
I’m excited to tell you that the book launch for my debut novel, A Beginner’s Guide to Starting Over, is coming up this Sunday, April 23, at 4pm, at Byrd’s Books in Bethel, CT. I couldn’t have come this far without the support of my readers and writer friends, so thank you! If you can,…
Judy Prescott Marshall is the self-published author of a non-fiction book, Be Strong Enough, and a trilogy of novels based on the same theme. They follow the life of Julie and Dan Holliday, as they navigate the shoals of a long marriage, and come to safe harbor at last. The last in the series is…
This part of the update covers topics ranging from writing retreats, to plotting your novel, to writing contests, to book advertising and distribution. Hope you find something useful for you here. My friend Kristin Leonard runs writing retreats in the Blue Ridge Mountains, and the next one takes place from April 14-18. If you’re looking…
We had an excellent meeting on Wednesday, and lots to talk about. Among other things, there are two author events and two contests for Microfiction (variously defined as 500 words or less, or 100 words or less. Read on to find out more. Here’s a chance to meet three bestselling authors of historical fiction. On March…
