New Agent Alert: Maria Rogers of Tobias Literary Agency
Literary agent alerts (this one is with Maria Rogers of Tobias Literary Agency) are golden opportunities for new writers because each one is a literary agent who is likely building his or her client list.
How Much Should Writers Charge Per Word or Per Project?
How much should writers charge per word or per project? How can they figure out the correct rates to charge clients? We look at these questions here.
Wine Enthusiast Magazine: Market Spotlight
For this week’s market spotlight, we look at Wine Enthusiast, the comprehensive source for the curious and cultured wine lover published 13 times per year.
New Agent Alert: Erin Clyburn of The Jennifer De Chiara Literary Agency
Literary agent alerts (this one is with Erin Clyburn of The Jennifer De Chiara Literary Agency) are golden opportunities for new writers because each one is a literary agent who is likely building his or her client list.
How and When Should Writers Use a Pen Name or Pseudonym?
When should writers use a pen name or pseudonym? If they decide to adopt one, how should writers use a pen name or pseudonym? We dive into these questions here.
Kitplanes Magazine: Market Spotlight
For this week’s market spotlight, we look at Kitplanes, a monthly magazine covering kit and amateur-built aircraft construction.
The New Yorker: Market Spotlight
For this week’s market spotlight, we look at The New Yorker, a weekly magazine of news, culture, and literature.
New Agent Alert: Megan Manzano of D4EO Literary
Literary agent alerts (this one is with Megan Manzano of D4EO Literary) are golden opportunities for new writers because each one is a literary agent who is likely building his or her client list.
Should Writers Work for Free?
Should writers work for free? This straightforward question feels like it should have a straightforward answer. But does it?
Announcing the Poet’s Market 2020!
Poet's Market editor Robert Lee Brewer announces the Poet's Market 2020, including what's included in the 33rd annual edition of the most trusted guide to getting poetry published.
Should Writers Have a Website?
Should writers have a website? Why or why not? We take a closer look.
Honolulu Magazine: Market Spotlight
For this week’s market spotlight, we look at Honolulu Magazine, a monthly regional magazine covering Honolulu and surrounding cities and islands.
Announcing Children’s Writer’s and Illustrator’s Market 2020
Children's Writer's and Illustrator's Market 2020 editor Amy Jones announces the publication of the 32nd annual edition including the special features.
When and How Should Writers Negotiate Better Terms?
When and how should writers negotiate better terms? We look at when it's appropriate for writers to negotiate and how they should do it.
Gray’s Sporting Journal: Market Spotlight
For this week’s market spotlight, we look at Gray's Sporting Journal, a hunting and fishing lifestyle magazine published seven times per year.
Announcing the Guide to Literary Agents 2020!
Guide to Literary Agents editor Robert Lee Brewer announces the Guide to Literary Agents 2020, including what's included in the 29th annual edition of the most trusted guide to getting an agent.
Presenting Novel and Short Story Writer’s Market 2020
Novel and Short Story Writer's Market 2020 editor Amy Jones announces what's included in the 39th annual edition.
7 Thoughts on Conducting Interviews From Terry Gross, Host of NPR’s “Fresh Air”
Here are 7 thoughts on conducting interviews from Terry Gross, host of NPR's "Fresh Air" show, from the February 2008 issue of Writer's Digest.
The Sun Magazine: Market Spotlight
For this week’s market spotlight, we look at The Sun, a nonprofit, ad-free magazine that publishes personal essays, short stories, and poems.
Announcing the Writer’s Market 2020!
Writer's Market editor Robert Lee Brewer announces the Writer's Market 2020, including what's included in the 99th annual edition of the most trusted guide to getting published.
3 Ways to Make Your Nonfiction Article Pitch Stand Out
Here are three ways to make your nonfiction article pitch stand out and find more success as a freelance writer for magazines, websites, and other media that uses shorter nonfiction writing from an editor who's assigned articles in various media.
Should I Copyright My Writing Before Submitting to Agents and Editors?
Should I copyright my writing before submitting to agents and editors? Could they steal my story or ideas? How can I protect myself? We look at copyright here.
Why Do Literary Agents Take So Long to Respond to Submissions?
Why do literary agents take so long to respond to submissions from writers? Is it personal? Are there things writers can do to speed up the process? Find the answers here.
Should Writers Use Social Media?
Should writers use social media? Will avoiding social media spell certain doom for budding writing careers? Or should writers consider keeping their distance from Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and the like?