As I am currently in the midst of querying one project, polishing another, and making notes on a rewrite for this summer I have been hitting the internet for help. I thought I would share five resources I seem to be using a lot lately.
1. QueryTracker - By far one of the best sites for fiction writers. You can create a free profile (or upgrade for more features with a paid subscription). From there you can research agents, publishers, find critique partners, and get query critiques, among other helpful advice.
2. The Bookshelf Muse - I love this site! Angela Ackerman and Becca Puglisi run this blog helping fellow writers with all of their descriptive needs. From weather, color, settings, emotions, physical traits, character traits, to symbolism they have you covered.
3. Guide to Literary Agents - Chuck Sambuchino runs this Writer's Digest blog helping fiction writers find an agent. He spotlights new agents regularly and lists their current interests. Really helpful, especially if you are in the query process.
4. Adventures in YA Publishing - I really enjoy this blog run by Martina Boone, Jan Lewis, Clara Kensie, and Lisa Gail Green. Not only do they host a First Five Pages Workshop monthly, but they also keep readers up to date with publishing news, book releases, contests, and craft tips.
5. 101 of the Best Fiction Writing Tips - This is a four-part blog series I stumbled upon recently on Write It Sideways. In this series links are provided to blog posts regarding a myriad of writing tips.
What websites do you highly recommend?
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Thursday, May 23, 2013
Thursday, October 11, 2012
A Writer's Bookshelf
I am constantly in search of books to make my writing shine, my plot stand out, and the overall process of my writing life better. I have found over the years that with each new piece of knowledge and understanding the process of writing and editing becomes less burdensome and more enjoyable.
In light of that I thought I would share some of the writing craft books on my bookshelf. And, no this list is in no particular order.
First Draft in 30 Days by Karen Wiesner
Writing the Breakout Novel by Donald Maass
Story by Robert McKee
Save the Cat by Blake Snyder
On Writing by Stephen King
Creating Character Emotions by Ann Hood
The Emotion Thesaurus by Angela Ackerman and Barbara Puglisi
Query: Everything You Need to Get Started, Get Noticed, and Get Signed by C.J. Redwine
What writing books do you have on your shelves? Which are your favorites?
In light of that I thought I would share some of the writing craft books on my bookshelf. And, no this list is in no particular order.
Writing the Breakout Novel by Donald Maass
What writing books do you have on your shelves? Which are your favorites?
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