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Soul Shelter First-Person Essay Contest

2008-05-18T22:15:00.000-07:00

Win a generous cash prize for your writing--and get a shot at publication- -in the Soul Shelter First-Person Essay Award.

Submit your best 400-1,500 word first-person essay on the subject of balancing fortune and fulfillment for a chance to win a grand prize of U.S. $1,000 and publication on the Soul Shelter blog. Cash prizes totaling an additional $1,000 will be awarded to seven runners-up.

Every entry will be considered for publication online. There are no entry fees, and with all submissions made online, you won't even have to pay for postage.

Interested? Visit Soul Shelter to review contest rules, read the FAQ, and upload your entry by July 1, 2008.

Here's how to get started:
1. Review the Award Rules at http://www.SoulShel ter.org/
2. Write your entry (400-1,500 words in length).
3. Upload your entry using the form at SoulShelter. org

The Soul Shelter First-Person Essay Award will be judged by a team of published authors. This is not a vanity press, hence no entry fees--and no future solicitations for payments of any kind. Contact information provided by entrants will not be used in any way except to notify award winners, nor will it be shared with any third parties for any reason whatsoever.

Please do not contact the Soul Shelter authors regarding the contest; the Award is sponsored by Ideogram, LLC, an independent marketing resources firm in Portland, OR. Read the FAQ thoroughly before submitting your entry. Good luck! Ideogram LLC 4110 SE Hawthorne Blvd. No. 322 Portland, OR 97214 USA

Contest

2008-05-10T22:30:00.001-07:00

I received this information today, and I thought it might be of interest to some writers reading this blog.

NEW ANGEL HORSES WITH A MISSION TRUE STORY CONTEST

The Power of Story to Change Hearts and Minds about the Treatment of Horses

The pros and cons of horse racing are being hotly debated because of Eight Belles' tragic death after this year's Kentucky Derby. Allen and Linda Anderson, authors of a popular anthology series that includes Angel Horses: Divine Messengers of Hope (New World Library,2006), are looking for true stories about equines that inspire rather than outrage animal lovers.

Their Angel Animals Network (www.angelanimals.net) is sponsoring the 2008 Angel Horse Contest to find the most thought-provoking horse stories and consider them for publication in their book, Angel Horses with a Mission (New World Library, Fall 2009). There are cash prizes and no entry fee. Complete contest rules and a downloadable entry form are at www.angelanimals.net/awards.html or write with SASE to 2008 Angel Horses Contest, POB 26354, Minneapolis, MN 55426.

Allen Anderson says, "By showing how the immense spirit, heart,and intelligence of horses enables them to fulfill a higher purpose, we hope the power of true stories will persuade people to challenge brutality and the practice of treating horses as disposable possessions. "

The Andersons suggest considering the following questions and entering the contest by writing about profound experiences: "Has a horse performed an act of compassion, protection, healing, or heroic courage? Have you had a miraculous or mystical experience with a horse? Did a horse lead you to finding your purpose in life? Do you know a horse who has taken on the mission of giving service?"

Good luck!

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Teens Talk High School

2008-04-16T15:43:00.000-07:00

I received this in my e-mail inbox today, and I thought I'd share!

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Teens Talk High School Chicken Soup for the Soul: Teens Talk High School to be published Fall 2008.

We are looking for true stories and poems about your high school years. Weprefer stories written in the first person and no more than 1200 words. We would like to include stories and poems on the following topics, amongothers:
• Regrets (lessons learned from making bad choices)
• Sports (making the team, or not. Winning the game, or not. Social aspectsof sports).
• Clubs
• Music
• Religion and faith – its place in your life
• Dating and sex
• Embarrassing moments
• Humorous moments
• Issues, good and bad, with instant messaging, Facebook, texting, cellphones, emails, the web in general
• Self image, self acceptance – would include coming out, eating disorders,different body types
• College applications
• Grades, SATs, ACTs
• Military decision, trade school, or other non-college plans for after highschool
• Family relationships – siblings, parents, other family members
• Puberty – early, late, being a short boy, being a tall girl, etc.
• Friends – best friends, losing friends, cliques, support of friends
• Tough issues – divorce, cancer, suicide of friend, death, drunk drivingdeath, pregnancy
• Failures and rising above them

If your story is chosen, you will be a published author and your bio will beprinted in the book. You will also receive a check for $200 and ten freecopies of your book, worth more than $100. If your story is published by us, we will copyright it in your name and youwill retain your rights to resell the story to another publication.

SUBMISSIONS GO TO http://chickensoupf orthesoul. com/form. asp?cid=submit_ storyDEADLINE IS MAY 31, 2008 although we may accept stories after that date if we have room.

Anthologies looking for submissions

2008-04-08T22:35:00.000-07:00

Here are three anthologies that are currently looking for submissions:

I am working on three projects and seeking content accordingly. 1. Shattered: Life After A Child's Death Stories of inspiration, strength and determination surrounding the challenging loss of a child. Pay for this project is $50-$200. Piece length 800-1400 words. Submissions, queries and questions can be directed to submissions. shattered@ gmail.com.

2. Angels on Earth Stories of Angels found in everyday life. Pay for this project is $50-$100. No stipulations placed on length currently. Submissions, queries and questions can be directed to submissions. bythefire@ gmail.com.

3. Everyday Heroes Stories of the ordinary doing something extraordinary. Pay for this project is $50-$100. No stipulations are placed on length. Submissions, queries and questions can be directed to submissions. bythefire@ gmail.com.

Website development is currently underway for By The Fire and Shattered. Pieces accepted could appear online or in print. The preferred method of payment is through paypal. Other arrangements are welcomed.Link: http://www.absolute write.com/ forums/showthrea d.php?t=98549

Freelance opportunity

2008-03-31T00:24:00.000-07:00

I thought I'd pass this opportunity along...

OneNewsPlaza, a new interactive Web site that provides news analysis from a multi-cultural perspective is looking for freelancers of all experience levels who can contribute content about topics including politics, education, business, personal finance, health, entertainment and more.

All writers will work with editors in One News Plaza's Los Angeles office by phone and e-mail to produce compelling stories interpreting major news events and social trends for a diverse audience. Candidates must be able to report and write independently, meet deadlines and pitch their own story ideas. We expect all writers to provide links to primary documents and related websites with their stories. The ability to produce multimedia elements, such as video or photos, to go with stories, is a plus.

Send cover letter, resume and samples to Darrell Williams - Info@OneNewsPlaza. com

Ghostwriting

2008-03-10T23:32:00.001-07:00

Ghostwriting is a viable option for freelance writers. If you are unaware of what ghostwriting is, it's where a writer writes something for someone else, but does not get the credit for his or her work (usually). Instead, someone else, usually the person who requested the writing will take credit for the work. It is not unheard of for famous individuals who are not in the profession of writing to have ghostwriters write books for them.

If you are interested in trying your hand at ghostwriting, you can try visiting and posting articles on the following sites.

www.dailyarticle.com
www.constant-content.com

Each of these websites allows authors to post articles and blog entries on the site and customers to purchase the writings for their site or blog. The customer is not required to give the writer credit when purchasing from these sites.

A Cup of Comfort for Adoptive Families

2008-03-09T23:39:00.000-07:00

A Cup of Comfort for Adoptive Families

The primary purpose of this book is to celebrate adoptive families and to recognize the extraordinary and challenging experiences that are unique to "chosen children" and their families. We are most interested in stories written by adult adoptive children and their adoptive parents and siblings, but the book will also likely include some stories written by members of the extended adoptive family (grandparent, aunt/uncle, cousin), close friends of the adoptive family (i.e. godparent), and birth family members. Virtually any topic relevant to adopted children and their adoptive parents is acceptable-as long as it is authentic, positive, insightful, and uplifting or inspiring. We do not want heartbreaking stories about adoptive parents or birth families that regret the adoption; there is a place for stories of that ilk, but this book is not that place. All of the stories in this collection must show a positive aspect of adoption and must bring comfort or joy or inspiration to those who have been adopted and/or to the families who adopted them-no matter how difficult the experience and emotions portrayed in the story might be.Submission Deadline: 6/15/2008for full details: http://www.cupofcom fort.com/ share.htm

Access, Acclaim, Achievement Screenwriting Contest

2008-03-05T14:59:00.000-08:00

The Access, Acclaim, Achievement Contest, sponsored by Creativescreenwriting is awarding over $22,700 in prizes!

Click here for the complete prize list.

These are the contest's rules and guidelines.

Good luck!

Achieving Blogging Success

2008-02-17T16:40:00.000-08:00

Yaro Stark is an extremely talented blogger who shares his tips for successful blogging with other bloggers who want to attain success in blogging.

Yesterday, he sent out a newsletter, which details how having the right mindset can help you achieve success. He asserts our mindset can be a great asset or a great roadblock in our blogging success.

He also recognizes that not only do you have to believe you can be a successful blogger, you almost must have a vision for your blog as well as strategies and tactics for making your blog popular in order to achieve success in the world of blogging.

To subscribe to his blogging tips newsletter, please visit: http://www.blogmastermind.com/.

Family Circle's 2008 Fiction Contest

2008-02-17T16:24:00.000-08:00

Family Circle's annual fiction contest begins on March 1st.

Please visit their website for official rules: http://www.parents.com/parents/story.jsp;jsessionid=UYUVASFOPGVHJQFIBQNSBHQ?page=8&storyid=/templatedata/fc/story/data/1201811338481.xml.

Participants may submit two pieces of fiction each.

Good luck!

Wisconsin Regional Writers Association

2008-02-15T15:00:00.000-08:00

The Wisconsin Regional Writers Association is currently holding two conctests: the Florence Lindemann Humor Contest and the Al P. Nelson Feature Article Contest.

Each contest's deadline is March 15th.

You may find the rules for each contest at: http://www.wrwa.net/.

Good luck!

Logical-Lust - Romance and Erotica Market

2008-01-27T18:29:00.000-08:00

Here's a romance and erotica market:

LOGICAL-LUST REOPENS FOR SUBMISSIONS!

Logical-Lust Publications is pleased to announcethe reopening of our website http://www.logical- lust.com

We're once again considering submissions of romance,erotic romance, and erotica.

To celebrate, we are running a Manuscript Contestwhere at least one author WILL be offered a contractwith Logical-Lust Publications and an advanceagainst royalties. Full contest details can be foundat http://www.logical- lust.com/ contests. html andbelow.

Logical-Lust Publications is a selective digital andprint publisher of romance, erotic romance, anderotica. We concentrate on quality as opposed toquantity. We pay advances with competitive royaltiesto authors. We are proud to be associated with some award-winningwriters, and are also proud to work with all ourauthors with the joint aim of successful sales.Logical-Lust Publications:http://www.logical- lust.comDigital and print publisher

MANUSCRIPT CONSTEST
Closing date: 31st March 2008
Manuscript contest for romance, erotic romance, anderotica.

As a result of this contest, at least one authorWILL be offered a royalty-paying contract withLogical-Lust Publications AND an advance againstroyalties.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: Logical-Lust seeks quality, well-written eroticand romantic fiction with a strong plot,well-developed characters, and an engaging voicethat oozes with sensuality. We publish a wide varietyof romance/adult fiction -- everything from sexyromance to hot, nasty smut -- but the commondenominator is excellent writing.We're looking for novels, novellas, and single-authorshort-story collections that exemplify originality,diversity, and creativity in storytelling withattention-holding plots that grip readers. In addition to traditional heterosexual relationships,we are interested in manuscripts that explore suchsub-genres of erotica and romance such as BDSM,GLBT, contemporary, historical, science fiction,paranormal, mystery/thriller, humor, polyamorous,swinging, and any combination therein.We are a selective publisher looking to releasequality publications as opposed to churning outmultiple releases every month. While we do payadvances to our authors, we expect material worthyof an advance.

GUIDELINES: Your manuscript can be a novella, novel, orcollection of your own stories, but must bepreviously unpublished in any form. In the case ofauthor collections, we may allow some previouslypublished content, but solely at our own discretion.

WORD COUNT: Novellas and author collections, thetotal word count MUST exceed 40,000 words, and novels MUST exceed 70,000 words. Maximum word count for allsubmissions is approx 120,000 words. We say approx for the maximum because subsequent editing can takea submission below the maximum. Do not sendmanuscripts that are way in excess of the maximum.

NO-NOs: We will not consider for publication anymaterial that depicts, promotes, or glamorises hate,rape, racism, underage sex, paedophilia, necrophilia,bestiality, snuff, incest or any other materialsubsequently deemed unsuitable by us.We will NOT work with authors who are not active self-promoters. We will promote your work as part ofour entire catalogue and will do our utmost to haveyour book available to as many readers as possible,but if you are a serious author you will already knowthe value of, and need for, self-promotion. If youcannot understand that, then do not submit toLogical-Lust Publications.

HOW TO SUBMIT: Do NOT send your entire manuscript! (See below.)Wewill let you know if/when we wish to see it. All submissions MUST be in the following format: 12pt Times New Roman font, double-spaced throughoutwith an extra space between paragraphs, no indents,left justified only, and must not contain anyspecial formatting.Quotation marks should be straight and italicsshould be indicated by placing the italicized wordor phrase between asterisks, like so: *This sentence is in italics.*The submission must contain:--The author's bio of 150 words max, not countingweb links, for novel and novella submissions. Acomplete bio for single-author collections.--A statement of ownership (e.g. "I declaret hat [TITLE] is my original work and I have completeownership and authority to submit this work toLogical-Lust. ")--The pen name (if used) of the author.--The actual name and address of the author. (Theseare for our use only and kept solely on file.)--A contact phone number for the author. (Again,this is for our use only.)--The email address of the author.--A 3-5 page synopsis for novel and novellasubmissions that MUST reveal the story's ending--noteasers. For single-author, short-story collections,please include a description of the collection'scontent (genre, style, theme, etc.)--For novels and novellas, please send the first,second, and final chapters.--For collections, please send an excerpt ofapproximately 500 words each from five stories inthe collection. If there are less than five stories inthe collection, then send one excerpt from each storyin the collection.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS MARCH 31 2008. All queries should be addressed to:editor (at) logical-lust. com. [replacing (at) with @]. Submissions must be sent to the submissions emailaddress.Send electronic submissions only to:submissions (at) logical-lust. comThe subject line should read: CONTEST SUBMISSION: [title of your manuscript]. In your email, please include a brief introductionof yourself and your work. And tell us where you heardof the competition.Attach your submission as a rich text (.rtf) orplain text (.txt) file. Please do not send MSWordfiles.Good Luck!Zetta BrownAuthor/EditorLL-Publicationshttp://www.ll- publications. com____________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _

Yuwie - Get PAID to blog, post pictures, and social network!

2008-01-26T01:25:00.000-08:00

I recently joined Yuwie, a web community that pays you to blog, post pictures, and social network with other Yuwie members. You get paid every time someone views your profile, your comments, your pictures, and your blog! You will also receive payment for every time someone views any of your referrals' blogs, pictures, profile, etc.

What other site do you know of that will pay you to do the things you love?

Moreover, I've met some fantastic friends through this site!

To learn more about this unique opportunity, please click this link:
http://r.yuwie.com/gatosrosados.

Society of Southwestern Authors Writing Contest

2008-01-16T16:55:00.001-08:00

Someone who is part of the organization that does this contest every year sent this along to me.

Society of Southwestern Authors Writing Contest deadline: May 31, 2008.

Poetry – 40 lines max
ShortStory – 2500 words max
Personal Essay/Memoirs - 2500words max
Short Stories for Children Ages 6- 12 –1500 words max.

Cash awards each category: First -$300; Second -150, Third - $75.00, Honorable Mention -$25.00. Winning entries published in The Story Teller.Entry fee: $10.00 per entry.

Entry forms/requirementsavailable online: http://www.ssa-az.org/.
Or send SASE to SSAWriting Contest, Entry Forms Dept. PO Box 35484,Tucson, AZ 85740

Short Story Contest

2008-01-16T00:20:00.001-08:00

Tom Howard/John H. Reid Short Story Contest:
This year is the 16th annual Tom Howard/John H. Reid Short Story Contest.
Short stories or prose up to 5,000 words may be entered into this contest with an entrance fee of $12 per submission.

Deadline for Submissions: March 31, 2008

Winners will be announced on July 15, 2008.

For all the details about this contest, please visit: http://www.winningwriters.com/contests/tomstory/ts_guidelines.php.

Teen book project

2008-01-12T23:54:00.001-08:00

"Out of Control" --Teen Anthology PAY: $100I am just looking for uplifting stories about how teenagers see theworld. What was done right and what was done wrong, from theirviewpoint. How did things work out for them? The stories should be fromin the approximate range of 600 words to 6000 words. Illustrations canbe included also as part of the story. For each story used, a fee of$100 will be paid. Also, when published, I would like to send you acopy of the book for taking the time to help. The idea is only to have teensand young adults see that they are not the only ones that certainthings have happened to and also how people worked through things. This willgive each and everyone of us relief. The whole project is a non-profitproject. Any money made will go first to publishing the book, then backto projects for teens. People who have already helped on this projecthave done so through pure love of kids. No one involved with thisproject expects any personal gain for any efforts made. The whole ideais teens to help teens. Send submissions to Eve Willner atmailto:eve@evewillner. comThe Toastmaster magazinePAY: $450Published monthly for approximately 226,000 members in 11,500 clubsworldwide. Therefore, it’s important that all articles are gearedtoward an international audience. We welcome submissions from members andfreelancers living outside North America! All submissions must be inEnglish, however. Our readers are knowledgeable and experienced publicspeakers; therefore we accept only authentic, well-researched andwell-crafted stories. Show, don’t tell! Use sources, quotes fromexperts and other research to back up your views. The best articles have style,depth, emotional impact and take-away value to the reader. A potentialfeature article needs an unusual hook, compelling story or uniqueangle.Profiles of colorful, controversial, historically significant, amusing,unusual or unique people are welcome, but keep in mind that our readerslive in 90 different countries, so stay away from profiles of Americanpresidents or sports figures. We pay up to $450 for an article, but wedon’t automatically offer payment for all articles we accept. Paymentvaries depending on the article’s value to us. Please review ourWriter’s Guidelines below before you submit your article. When you areready to send it, please e-mail it tomailto:Submissions@ toastmasters. org. http://www.writerga zette.com/ sendstudio/ users/link. php?UserID= 947&Newsletter= 145&List= 1&LinkType= Send&LinkID= 5711sent by Liana Metalhttp://LianaMetal. tripod.comLiana MetalReviewer/Writer/ Artisthttp://LianasKerkyr a.blogspot. com http://LianaMetal. tripod.com

AMY Magazine

2008-01-09T23:16:00.000-08:00

ARMY Magazine submission guidelines may be found at this link:
http://www.ausa.org/webpub/DeptArmyMagazine.nsf/byid/KGRG-6CUQGV

Learning Through History Magazine Information

2007-12-22T11:22:00.001-08:00

ABOUT THE MAGAZINE
Learning Through History magazine is a bi-monthly publication that isfilled with articles and activities that correspond to historical themesor time periods. Our subscribers are typically families, teachers, schools, and libraries. Our readers range from ages 10-16, grades 5 and up.

SAMPLE ISSUESIf you need more information than what you can find on the website (seethe Tour the Magazine<http://www.learning throughhistory. com/tour_ 2005/seen1. htm> feature),you can buy a single issue. Click here to purchase an issue<http://www.learning throughhistory. com/Store/ storefront. html> OR order via phone at (888) 852-1751 Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM,Eastern time. We do not give out free samples.

UPCOMING ISSUESVol 6, Issue 2- Italian Renaissance. Here are just a few of the many topics that would be of interest - we also encourage writers to submit manuscripts and queries on otherpossible topic(s) that are related to the issue theme:
Medici family
The PapacyPapal States
Leonardo da Vinci
Sistine Chapel
Machiavelli
Botticelli
Donatello
HumanismLucrezia Borgia
Sack of Rome in 1527
Venice (the Doge)
Florence
Italian City States
(See Below for Deadlines)

CONTENT AREAS:
NonFiction $75 per article This includes biographies and various other approaches to history,science, mathematics, geography and arts that pertain to the topic ineach issue. We do NOT publish lesson plans.We are looking for focused and exciting articles, rather than broadfactual surveys (aka history textbook style) that will engage our youngreaders. They should be written at an appropriate grade-level given our readership - middle school through high school with reading level not to exceed the 9th grade if using Word.Articles should be 1000-1400 words and include at least three meaningful discussion questions or activity suggestions that can be used with the article. See the Magazine Tour<http://www.learning throughhistory. com/tour_ 2005/seen1. htm> for good examples. Note: Discussion questions should not be counted in the wordcount. References or sources of information must be included with submissions -please provide as a separate page of the manuscript. We use this forfact-checking sources. Sources for corresponding websites and public domain photos welcome.
Arts & Crafts Project s$75 per project Arts and crafts submissions should appeal to ages 10+ and tie into the historical topic or theme of each issue. Project plans must include clear, numbered directions and require inexpensive, easy-to-obtain materials. Two or more high-resolution digital photos (JPEG, Photoshopor Illustrator files - 300 dpi min.) of the project are required for acceptance.

DEADLINES The deadline for submissions for Vol 6, Issue 2 is12/15/07 SUBMISSIONSSubmissions are via email; please send directly to:submissions@ LearningThroughH istory.comKeep in mind the reading level of our audience. Readability should bebetween the 6th and 9th grade reading levels and no higher. MicrosoftWord has a grammar check function that can give you readabilitystatistics.Please include the word "submission" in the email subject header. Pleasesend as a Microsoft Word file. If you do not have Word, send us a plaintext (.txt) file only - we can not read other word processing formats,such as Works - .wks files.Please ensure that your name and the title of the work appear on allpages of the manuscript. Do not include any fancy formatting or embeddedgraphics in your file.Include your name, regular-mail address where we can send payment and acopy of the magazine if your article is accepted, and a short 20-30-wordbio written in the third person.We will notify you of submission receipt within 2 weeks. Allow 4 weeksor more after issue closing date for notification of submissionacceptance or decline. Queries on status prior to this time will not beanswered.We do not accept submissions from any third-parties or agencies, onlyoriginal authors.NOTE: We accept queries ONLY from established authors who havepreviously published works for younger audiences and can providenumerous, relevant examples. All queries must include details about yourproposed article (i.e. topic, length, etc.) - an email stating thatyou'd like to write an article for us with no other information is NOT aquery).All others must submit completed works for consideration.Top <http://www.learning throughhistory. com/freelance_ writers.php# top>RIGHTS We buy ALL rights, both print and electronic, includingcopyright. If you are not comfortable with these terms, please do notsend us submissions, as terms are not negotiable. Top<http://www.learning throughhistory. com/freelance_ writers.php# top>PAYMENT AND KILL FEESPayment is upon publication and is paid in U.S. funds via check. Seeabove under the content areas for specific payment amounts. Contributorswill also receive a free copy of the issue in which their work appears.If we assign you work based upon a query or accept a manuscript that weend up not publishing, we will pay a kill fee of 50% of the agreed upon rate. Rights of works that are not used are retained by the writer.

2007-12-04T00:09:00.000-08:00

This came in on a paying writers jobs list I'm on and I thought I'd make my readers aware of it here as well:

www.thedabblingmum.com is looking for articles and stories to publish with aChristian undertone. Here's what they say about themselves:We welcome both new and veteran writers (men and women alike). We're reallyinterested in originals and reprints that have not been blasted all over theInternet. And unlike many websites that have gone to non-paying status,we're a paying market!

The Dabbling Mum pays on acceptance, not onpublication.

*ARTICLE LENGTH*Keep articles between *500 and 1500 words* or specified length for currenttopics being accepted.

*RESPONSE TIME*We do our best to respond with at least a form letter *within 8 to 16 weeksof submission*.* Please note: No matter how reliable we like to believe technology is, itsometimes fails. If you feel there's a chance your article didn't go throughthe submission form, don't hesitate to drop us an email via our back-upemail account.

*DEMOGRAPHICS*To learn more about our demographics, clickhere<http://thedabblingmum.com/advertising/stats.htm>.

*PAYS ON ACCEPTANCE*Acceptance means when we receive the final draft of your article and approveit for publication.Payment is mailed within 32 days from the time we say your piece is readyfor publication.Checks are written and mailed last day of each month.Article fee and publication rights are non-negotiable.

*Payment*: U.S. dollars in the form of a business check. - a *byline -- under five sentences, including one web address and business name;* - 99 x 125 pixel .jpg *headshot* of author; - an *active link* back to the author's website.

Blue Mountain Greeting Cards

2007-04-24T10:11:00.000-07:00

We are looking for highly original and creativesubmissions on friendship, family, special occasions, positive living,and other topics one person might want to share with another person. Submissions may also be considered for inclusion in book anthologies. We pay $300 per poem for all rights to publish it on a greeting cardand $50 if your poem is used only in an anthology. To request a copy of our writer's guidelines (which includescontact/submission information) , please send a blank e-mail towritings@sps. com with "Send Me Guidelines" in the subject line. Youcan also visit our Web site at www.sps.com.

For blogging services, please contact me at: miniemedia@gmail.com.

Guidelines for Pottery Magazine Illustrated

2007-04-07T15:51:00.000-07:00

Submission guidelines for Pottery Magazine Illustrated can be found here.

Good luck!

For blogging services, please contact me at: miniemedia@gmail.com.

European Courier Submission Guidelines

2007-04-02T14:35:00.000-07:00

The European Courier seeks submission about legal and political issues. They pay $50 for a 1200-1400 word article. They have subscribers from several countries.

Their writer's guidelines can be viewed here.

For blogging services, please contact me at: miniemedia@gmail.com.

Military Magazine Guidelines

2007-03-27T10:48:00.000-07:00

The Military Officers Association of America publishes the Military Officer magazine monthly. Its audience is those serving in the military and their families.

Guidelines for the magazine can be found on-line here.

For blogging services, please contact me at: miniemedia@gmail.com.

Are Content Sites All They Seem to Be?

2007-03-25T17:00:00.000-07:00

A lot of writers enjoy writing for content sites such as Associated Content, Constant Content, Helium, etc. because the sites offer fast cash and/or a lot of exposure to your work. Please read the following post from Writer Beware Blogs for some things you should consider when deciding whether or not to write for a content site.

At Last! Writer Beware Blogs! A.C. Crispin and Victoria Strauss Reveal All!: Victoria Strauss -- Content Site Cautions

For blogging services, please contact me at: miniemedia@gmail.com.

Online Dating Magazine Guidelines

2007-03-19T14:37:00.000-07:00

Here are the guidelines for Online Dating Magazine.

They accept articles that relate to:
Self-Improvement
On-line Dating
Romance
Dating in general

To view the writer's guidelines please go here.

Need a Blogger? Contact me

Common Ties

2007-03-11T20:16:00.000-07:00

Common Ties is currently looking for stories about crime. These stories can be about you as a victim or as the criminal. They can also be about someone you know. The deadline for posting your story is Tuesday March 20, 2007 and the site will announce their favorites on that Friday. The winners are paid between $100-200 usually; however, payment can go as high as $1,000.

Please visit their site for more information.

Need a Blogger? Contact me

Markets

2007-02-28T21:24:00.000-08:00

I've discovered World Wide Freelance is a good place to find markets.

Their free market listings have guidelines for 500 magazines.

Their Markets Plus listings offer 1,700 magazine markets for a $1.25 monthly fee.

I encourage you to check them out.

Need a Blogger? Contact me

I Love Cats Guidelines

2007-02-26T20:40:00.001-08:00

Here's the link to the I Love Cats Writer's Guidelines.

I encourage all of you to submit your ideas to this magazine.

I Love Cats Guidelines

2007-02-26T20:40:00.000-08:00

Here's the link to the I Love Cats Writer's Guidelines.

I encourage all of you to submit your ideas to this magazine.

Daughters Submission Guidelines

2007-02-16T22:03:00.000-08:00

There are boatloads of magazines a freelance writer can write for.

Periodically, I will post submission guidelines to magazines.

The guidelines for Daughters can be viewed here: http://www.daughters.com/about/writers-guidelines.aspx

The magazine is geared toward dads and daughters, information for caring for daughters aged 9-16 years old.

Writing for Magazines

2007-02-10T11:38:00.000-08:00

Another way you can earn income as a freelance writer is by writing for magazines.

Some magazines have their guidelines posted on-line. Absolute Write is one good place to check for magazine guidelines.

The Writer's Market, which is published every fall contains thousands of submission guidelines for magazines. It also tells you exactly where to send your query and/or article and to whom you should address it. You can pick the Writer's Market up at any Barnes and Nobles, Borders, or on Amazon.

Later on this month I'll provide some information and resources on how to write query letters.

Until then, happy writing!

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Blogging to Make Money

2007-02-04T13:26:00.000-08:00

One of the ways you can make money as a freelance writer is by blogging.

There are two main ways you can make money blogging:
-Blog for other people.
-Monetize your own blog/s.

Several companies hire bloggers for various subjects. 451 Press is an example of this type of company.

You can also find blogging job on job boards and job sites. Search the following sites for freelance blogging jobs:
Blogger Jobs
Performancing Exchange
Craigslist
Indeed

Angela Booth also offers tips, advice, and useful resources on her Blogging for Dollars blog.

You can monetize your own blog as well to make money as a blogger. Placing Google ads on your blog with Google Ad Sense is one way you can monetize your own blog.

In her book Blogging for Dollars: How to Become a Career Blogger Angela Booth guides you through the steps you need to take to monetize your own blog. Her book has helped me tremendously.

Happy Blogging!

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Income with writing

2007-01-29T20:35:00.000-08:00

Tonight I've been researching different ways of bringing in income as a freelance writer.

There are several ways freelance writers can earn income, and it is generally said that you should try multiple streams of income to become lucrative.

Here are some ways in which you can make money writing:
-Blogging
-Writing for magazines
-Writing for the web
-Copy Writing
-Writing for content sites
-Books
-Proofreading
-Editing others' work

In the next several days, I'll examine each of these streams of income in more detail. I'll provide you resources to get you started in any writing arena you choose to try for yourself.

Until next time...Happy Writing!

Finding Work

2007-01-26T13:29:00.000-08:00

Finding freelance work can be difficult, especially for new freelance writers.
In my article Five Sites to Develop Your Freelance Writing Career, I discuss five good sites to make money as a freelance writer or to find work and potential clients.

Good luck! And remember, persistence is key.

Don't give up!

2007-01-23T14:31:00.000-08:00

Freelance writing requires persistence and lots of it! For new writers, it is discouraging to be rejected by potential clients, to have your queries rejected, or otherwise be turned down for a writing job. For experienced writers, rejection is still difficult. In these times of discouragement it is easy to get down or to beat yourself up.

But what is required is persistence. Writing requires you pick yourself back up, go out, and find another job to apply for, send another query, and keep looking for potential clients.

The Internet offers so many places to find freelance work.

One of the best resources for freelance writers (in my opinion) is Deb Ng's Freelance Writing Jobs blog. Nearly every weekday she posts new job leads to her site. Not only does this offer writers hope, it makes it easier for writers to find and get more work!

Be persistent this week, whether you receive rejection letters or acceptance letters.

Freelance writing business

2007-01-21T15:57:00.000-08:00

I've decided to create this blog not only to show off my writing skills and business, but also to help other freelance writers accomplish their dreams. Freelance writing is my passion - I don't derive as much satisfaction out of any other occupation.

Let me tell you a little about my business and expertise. I have been functioning as a freelance writer since September, 2006. I had always known that I loved to write, but for some reason I never realized I could make my passion a career. Once I got started, however, there was no turning back!

I have written for Associated Content, Constant Content, Key Word Cafe, and other SEO websites. I have been published on dating and wedding websites.

I am a professional blogger, and at this time I run two other blogs. Fur Everywhere was started in December, 2006 for cat lovers and cat owners. This blog offers useful resources for cat owners as well as humorous stories about cats and their behavior.

Mental Health Manual was also created in December, 2006. I aim to use my expertise in mental health and mental illness to benefit others, whether these individuals be those with mental illness or their families and friends. Counselors, teachers, and pastors may also find this blog helpful to their particular professions.

The benefits of this blog include:
-Resources for freelance writers, editors, and copywriters.
-Consistent updates on my services and products.
-Learning from my experiences and successes.

I hope you find this blog informative as well as entertaining. Be sure to visit again soon!