Reasons to Write: Writing for Love
Christina Katz reminisces about the romantic notions of a writer’s life she held when she was younger and dreamed about being a writer. Then she provides an easy-to-follow road map to move beyond dreaming into doing.
Tips for Recognizing Great Article Ideas
In the current economic climate, your article idea needs to be so amazing that a magazine can’t afford not to have you write it. But how can you tell if your idea is where you need it to be? These tips will help you separate the good ideas from the great.
Despite Recent Events, the American Magazine Is Not an Endangered Species
Finally, some reason instead of doom and gloom about the future of magazines. Hearst’s Cathie Black puts the current downturn in context and looks to the future.
The Northwest Author Series
Online conversations, books, and other asynchronous media are great ways for us to hone our craft and learn from our fellow writers. But, there is nothing better than a face-to-face interaction. Christina Katz coordinates a series of seminars focused on various aspects of writing. I attended my first session yesterday, and it was great. Christine Fletcher presented the important underpinnings of a good work of fiction. Upcoming sessions will focus on freelancing and writing children’s books. If you aren’t in the Portland area, look to see if there is a similar offering in your area.
Why Kindle Should Be an Open Book
Finally, someone who is anti-Kindle for solid business reasons. As you know, I have been struggling to decide if I want a Kindle or an e-reader or just plain old paper books. This article makes me want to wait.
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