Aspiring Writers

[Ambrosious]

Need your help. Do you have any sources you use on the internet to help with writing, publishing, or finding an agent? If so, please help those of us who are trying to break in, out. There are so many sources out there, and many of them are so hokey. Maybe you know some that are hidden by the skanky companies.

 

[KillerMuffin]

http://www.inkspot.com
http://www.pageonelit.com
http://www.writersdigest.com

I would suggest you go to the library, or bookseller if you can afford it, and get a copy of the 2001 Writer's Guide. There is no substitute.

 

[Ambrosious]

Thanks for the sources. Anybody else??

 

[Sparky Kronkite]

I am.....

destined to die undiscovered and penniless.

Fore I do not care.

Upon my demise please stack it (all my hard copied spewed shit) all up upon my body, my grave - include one large variety pack from Ohio Fireworks, douse heavily with Jack Daniels and gasoline - light match, and throw.

Then run like fucking hell. Watch from a sage distance and chug a tall Budweiser, chasing a shot of bad Tequila. Salute the dick head under the ashes. Thanks.

It's the only way the Sparkmeister will ever be the center of a burning fire.

 

[ContessaR]

Both inkspot.com and writersdigest.com are excellent resources.
You may also want to check out http://www.artofwritingzine.com, as well as http://www.writersmarket.com (they have some great newsletters).

There are tons of fabulous online resources, and some great communities. The most important thing to remember is to never be discouraged. There is a market for every type of writing imaginable.

Good luck!

 

[Grrrn38]

I know your inquiry was in reference to the 'Net, but in addition to excellent sources named, you might check out the the book "The Forest for the Trees - An Editor's Advice to Writers" by Betsy Lerner. She devotes a chapter to finding an agent, editor, publisher, etc.

The whole book is a pleasure to read and full of good info. Best of luck!